Homemade Shawarma Spice Blend
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Total Time
5 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
9 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
Middle Eastern
Homemade Shawarma Spice Blend
Description
This spice blend mixes cumin, coriander, turmeric, cinnamon, paprika, cardamom, allspice, and garlic powder in balanced amounts, resulting in a fragrant and moderately spicy seasoning. Preparing it requires simply combining the ingredients until uniform. Storing in a dark, cool, and dry place preserves freshness for up to six months. The mix can be adjusted to taste, for example, by adding cayenne pepper for heat.
While intended primarily for shawarma marinades, this blend can also enhance roasted vegetables, grilled meats, or burgers, offering a Middle Eastern-inspired flavor profile. Using this blend allows cooks to easily replicate shawarma-style seasoning without sourcing many individual spices.
Ingredients
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp Coriander
- ½ tsp Turmeric
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp cardamom
- ½ tsp allspice
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Mix all the spices in a bowl until well-combined.
- Store in a glass jar and place it in a dark and draft free space such as a spice drawer or cupboard.
- If stored properly, this shawarma spice blend stays fresh for up to 6 months.
Notes
- You may customize this spice blend by adding cayenne pepper for additional heat according to your preference.
- Apart from shawarma marinades, use the blend to season roasted vegetables or other grilled meats and burgers for added flavor.
- Store the blend in a sealed glass jar in a dark, draft-free cabinet to maintain flavor for up to six months.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 9 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 9kcal | 0% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 0.4g | 1% |
| Fat | 0.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.04g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.1g | 1% |
| Sodium | 2mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 43mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 0.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 256IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 0.4mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 12mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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