Za' tar

By Chezlamere

Ingredients

• 3 tbsp Sesame Seeds
• 1 tbsp Lemon Zest -- Finely grated
• 4 tsp Dried Thyme
• 2 tsp Dried Marjoram
• 2 tsp Sumac

Preparation

Step 1

Method:
Dry - Roast the sesame seeds and lemon zest in a heavy based pan over a low heat for about 6 minutes or until the seeds darken and become fragrant and the zest dries out. Grind the thyme and marjoram to a powder using a mortar pestle or spice grinder. Mix the powder through the sesame seed and lemon zest mixture along with the sumac or sea salt. You can make large batches of this mix and store in an airtight container

Description:
"This is a handy spice mix to have in the cupboard - It can be purchased from spice markets but is very simple to make yourself.
Middle Eastern foods are becoming more and more fashuinable and can help make very healthful food extremely flavoursome."