Zaatar powder Calories

Most zaatar powder blends combine dried thyme or a related herb with tangy sumac and sesame seeds. Some recipes add salt, oregano, marjoram or other seasonings, so the exact flavor and texture can differ.

Sprinkle zaatar powder over eggs, roasted vegetables, salads, soups or meat, or mix it with olive oil as a dip. Add it near the end of cooking when you want its herbal and tangy aroma to stand out.

For a simple bread dip, put zaatar powder and olive oil in separate shallow dishes. Dip a piece of bread into the oil, then into the zaatar; you can also stir the seasoning into the oil first.

Mix dried thyme or oregano with sumac and sesame seeds to make zaatar powder. Lightly toasting the sesame first deepens its flavor; add salt only if you want it, since traditional recipes and prepared blends differ.

Zaatar powder is a blend that often contains sumac, while sumac is a single spice made from dried, ground sumac berries. Sumac tastes tart and citrusy; zaatar also brings herbal and sesame notes.

Sometimes: zaatar powder can replace oregano in savory dishes, but it adds sumac’s tartness and sesame’s nuttiness as well as herbal flavor. Use it when those extra notes suit the recipe, rather than as a flavor-neutral swap.

Zaatar powder is usually aromatic and tangy rather than hot. A blend containing chili or pepper can have some heat, so taste a small pinch before using it generously.

Yes, zaatar powder can season roasted vegetables, chicken, fish and flatbreads. For the clearest herbal flavor, sprinkle it on near the end or mix it with oil before brushing it onto food.

Keep zaatar powder in an airtight container in a cool, dry cupboard, away from sunlight and stove heat. This helps preserve the herbs’ aroma and the sesame’s flavor; discard it if it develops an unusual smell or shows signs of moisture.