Mustard 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 absolutely incredible 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. Store-bought spice mixes can be a minefield when you're avoiding mustard, since many commercial blends sneak it in as a filler or flavor booster — making a homemade version like this one a genuinely smart move. Every single ingredient here is a pure, single spice, so you know exactly what's going into your food and onto your table. Whisk everything together in a bowl, pour it into an airtight jar, and you've got a pantry staple that keeps for up to three months. The optional cayenne gives you a gentle kick if you want it, but the blend is beautifully balanced and bold either way.
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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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