Pregnancy Friendly Baharat
Warming, aromatic, and endlessly versatile, this Middle Eastern spice blend is the kind of pantry staple that transforms a simple weeknight dinner into something that feels genuinely special. Every ingredient here is a dried spice you likely already have on hand — no raw or cured meats, no unpasteurized ingredients, nothing that raises the usual concerns that come with cooking during pregnancy. The blend leans into cozy, deeply fragrant notes from cinnamon, cardamom, and allspice, with earthy cumin and coriander rounding everything out beautifully. Cayenne is listed as optional, which is a thoughtful touch if you're navigating food sensitivities or just keeping things a little gentler right now. Mixing it yourself also means you know exactly what's in the jar — no mystery fillers, no preservatives, just pure spice. Store it in an airtight container and you'll have a go-to seasoning ready to elevate roasted vegetables, rice dishes, soups, and slow-cooked meats for months to come.
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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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