Emulsifier Free Baharat
Warm, aromatic, and deeply complex, this Middle Eastern spice blend layers black pepper, allspice, cinnamon, cumin, coriander, nutmeg, cloves, cardamom, and ginger into something that smells like pure magic the moment you open the jar. It's the kind of blend that transforms a simple braise, roast, or rice dish into something that tastes like it took hours of effort. Many store-bought spice blends and seasoning mixes sneak in anti-caking agents and flow agents that are essentially emulsifiers — so making your own from scratch is the smartest move if you're keeping things clean. Every single ingredient here is a pure, single-origin spice with nothing added, which means you're in complete control of what goes into your food. Just whisk everything together in a bowl, and you're done in under five minutes. Store it in an airtight jar in a cool, dark spot and it'll stay fragrant and potent for up to three months. Once you have a batch on hand, you'll find yourself reaching for it constantly.
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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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