Khmeli Suneli - Georgian Five Spice
User Reviews
5
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Total Time
5 mins
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Servings
10 servings (this recipe makes around 60 grams or 1/4 cup of khmeli suneli)
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Calories
5 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
Georgian
Khmeli Suneli - Georgian Five Spice
Description
The Khmeli Suneli spice blend combines eleven dried herbs and spices balanced to create a savory and aromatic profile characteristic of Georgian cooking. Ingredients such as fenugreek, coriander, and saffron bring earthiness and depth, while herbs like thyme, basil, dill, parsley, and oregano add fresh, herbal notes. A small pinch of red chili adds mild spiciness without overwhelming the blend.
The blend is versatile in use, enhancing dishes from stews and sauces to pickled vegetables and grilled proteins. It is also key in Georgian appetizers such as eggplant rolls with walnuts. The method is straightforward: simply mixing the ground ingredients thoroughly.
For optimal flavor, it is best stored in an airtight jar away from light and heat and used within six months before the herbs lose potency. Grinding coarser herbs at home with a coffee grinder can improve uniformity. This recipe produces approximately 60 grams or 1/4 cup of spice mix and can be scaled up as needed. A simpler version exists with similar spices excluding some herbs.
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon fenugreek ground
- 1 teaspoon thyme dry
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon basil dry
- 1 teaspoon dill dry
- 1 teaspoon bay leaf ground
- 1 teaspoon celery dry
- 1 teaspoon Peppermint dry
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon oregano dry
- 1 pinch red chili pepper
- 3 threads saffron ground, dark red
Instructions
- Combine all the ingredients in a mixing bowl or a jar and stir well. Enjoy!
Notes
- Khmeli suneli adds aromatic, nutty flavor without heat, suitable for many dishes including sauces, stews, and appetizers.
- Grinding coarser herbs can be done with a coffee grinder for better consistency.
- Store in an airtight container away from heat and sunlight for up to six months to preserve freshness.
- This recipe yields about 60 grams or 1/4 cup; double quantities for a larger batch.
- A simplified version uses fenugreek, thyme, coriander, basil, dill, bay leaf, dried celery, peppermint, marjoram, parsley, savory or oregano, red chili pepper, and saffron.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 10servings (this recipe makes around 60 grams or 1/4 cup of khmeli suneli)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 5 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 5g | |
| Calories | 5kcal | 0% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 1mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 19mg | 0% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 23IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 13mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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