Breastfeeding Friendly Baharat
Warm, aromatic, and deeply complex, this Middle Eastern spice blend brings together black pepper, allspice, cinnamon, cumin, coriander, nutmeg, cloves, cardamom, and ginger into one beautifully balanced mix. It's the kind of pantry staple that transforms a simple weeknight dinner into something that smells like it took hours. When you're nursing, knowing exactly what's going into your food matters — and making your own blend means zero mystery fillers, no preservatives, and full control over every ingredient. The optional cayenne gives you the flexibility to keep things mild if you prefer, which is a nice touch when you're paying attention to how certain flavors sit with you and your baby. Whisking everything together takes just a few minutes, and storing it in an airtight jar means you'll have it ready to reach for over the next three months. Sprinkle it over roasted vegetables, stir it into soups, or rub it onto proteins for an instant flavor upgrade that feels anything but ordinary.
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8 servings
- 1 tbsp ground black pepper
- 1 tbsp ground allspice
- 1 ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 ½ tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1 tsp ground nutmeg
- ½ tsp ground cloves
- ½ tsp ground cardamom
- ½ tsp ground dried ginger
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the black pepper, allspice, cinnamon, cumin, coriander, nutmeg, cloves, cardamom, dried ginger, and cayenne (if using) in a small bowl and whisk until evenly blended.
- 2
If using whole spices, grind them in a spice grinder or mortar and pestle until finely ground before combining.
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