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FAQs
What are different ways to use zaatar? ›
How to use Zaatar Spice? Keep this seasoning blend handy and you will think of it as a finishing flavor for all kinds of dishes, like fried eggs, salad dressings, roasted and fresh vegetables and chicken, dips such as hummus and baba ganoush, bread, potatoes, atop avocado toast and kale chips.
What are the uses of zaatar? ›I use zaatar on a regular basis. It's great to simply season some avocados or tomatoes for a snack (drizzle a little extra virgin olive oil), to generously season pillowy homemade bread rolls, to jazz up some breakfast eggs, or to include with olive oil for dipping as part of a big Mediterranean spread.
Can you eat za'atar without cooking it? ›Often it is baked into flatbread, mixed with olive oil or tahini to make a dip, tossed into salads, rubbed onto meat, or sprinkled over hummus. If you are using za'atar in a cold dish or any preparation that it will not be heated up in, first bloom it to unlock all of its flavor.
Does zaatar go bad? ›Unopened, za'atar can last between 2 to 3 years, so don't worry if the date printed on the package seems ages away - it likely is! Once opened, za'atar should ideally be used within 6 months as it gradually loses its flavor over time. However, it won't spoil quickly and can still be used for up to 1 year.
What do we call zaatar in English? ›Zaatar or Za'tar (zaah-tur) is a common noun in the Arabic language and refers to both a Middle-Eastern herb spice mixture and importantly a distinct herb plant in the mint family. The herbal plant is referred to in English as bible hyssop or Syrian oregano, but the mixture is just called zaatar.
What's the difference between zaatar and sumac? ›Sumac is a red-purple powder that adds a lovely lemony flavor and gorgeous color. Za'atar is a lemony hyssop or thyme, sumac, and sesame seed blend.
Does zaatar cause high blood pressure? ›Za'atar has been shown to help people with bronchitis stop coughing fits, and dried sumac, which is one of the main ingredients, has been shown to lower blood pressure and help people with type 2 diabetes.
Can I eat zaatar everyday? ›There have been studies claiming that regular consumption of za'atar in your diet can improve your brainpower and cognition. The spice blend contains circulation-boosting power due to its rich mineral content that can enhance your brain and incite neural activity.
How do Palestinians eat zaatar? ›Za'atar is used as a seasoning for meats and vegetables or sprinkled onto hummus. It is also eaten with labneh (yogurt drained to make a tangy, creamy cheese), and bread and olive oil for breakfast, most commonly in Jordan, Palestine, Israel, Syria, and Lebanon, as well as other places in the Arab world.
Do you refrigerate za'atar? ›What is the best way to store Za'atar and the Za'atar spread? The dried Za'atar blend can be stored in a cabinet, pantry, or in the fridge to preserve shelf life even longer. It is best to keep your Za'atar Extra Virgin Olive Oil condiment spread in a cabinet, pantry, on counter, and not in the fridge.
Is za'atar a superfood? ›
Za'atar, in the amounts typically consumed, is not a significant source of any nutrients. However, like many herbs and spices, za'atar does add nutrition to foods due to the presence of phenolic compounds found in thyme and oregano, which have powerful antioxidant properties.
Is zaatar inflammatory? ›2. Anti-inflammatory Properties: Many of the herbs in za'atar, like thyme and oregano, contain compounds that possess anti-inflammatory properties, potentially aiding in reducing inflammation in the body.
Why is my zaatar bitter? ›The two things to remember about zaatar is that it will burn and become bitter at high temperatures and that it loses aroma and pungency with age.
Can you use spices 2 years out of date? ›Spices do not expire in a way that would make you sick to consume them, however they do expire in the sense that they lose their flavor potency as they pass their peak freshness.
Are there different types of zaatar? ›In much of the Middle East, za'atar recipes are closely guarded secrets, and there are also substantial regional variations. Unsurprisingly, these variations are a matter of extreme national pride. There are some standards: the most common herbs are thyme and oregano, and they make up the bulk of the blend.
What is the difference between green and red zaatar? ›Green or red za'atar
Red za'atar is heavier on other spices, particularly sumac, which lends the blend its red colour. While some prefer red za'atar over green, when a recipe calls for za'atar, they almost always mean the green one. If the red one is called for, the recipe should specify so.
Za'atar is both the name for wild thyme, a herb that grows primarily in the hills of the eastern mediterranean and most importantly, the name of a spice mix that has many variations in the middle east. “There are 22 herb species referred to as za'atar in the region.