Lebanese 7 Spice Recipe (Baharat)
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
7 mins
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Servings
1 cup
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Calories
454 kcal
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Cuisine
Lebanese
Lebanese 7 Spice Recipe (Baharat)
Description
Lebanese 7 Spice (Baharat) is prepared by toasting a combination of whole spices: allspice berries, black peppercorns, broken cinnamon stick, whole cloves, coriander seeds, cumin seeds, and cracked nutmeg. Cooking these spices on low heat while stirring brings out their aroma without browning. Once aromatic, they are ground into a grainy powder that can be used as a seasoning blend. Baharat adds a warm and slightly spicy character, frequently used to season meats and vegetable dishes in Lebanese cuisine.
The toasting step is key to developing the flavor complexity by releasing essential oils from each spice, yet care is taken not to burn or overly brown them. Grinding yields more texture than typical ground spices but is fine enough to blend seamlessly into recipes.
The spice mix should be stored in an airtight container away from heat and light to maintain its aromatic qualities, making it convenient to prepare in advance and keep for up to a year.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons allspice berries
- 1 tablespoon black peppercorns
- 1 cinnamon stick broken up
- 1 tablespoon clove whole
- 2 tablespoons coriander seeds whole
- 2 tablespoons cumin seeds
- 2 tablespoons nutmeg cracked whole
Instructions
- Add the spices to a large frying pan and cook over low heat for 5-7 minutes constantly stirring until it becomes very aromatic.
- Transfer the spices to a spice grinder and grind until it becomes like a grainy powder, like most ground spices you see in the grocery store.
- Cover and store until ready to use it.
Notes
- This spice mixture can be prepared several days or even weeks ahead and kept in an airtight container to preserve freshness.
- Store in a cool, dark place for up to one year to maintain its aroma and flavor.
- Using all ground spices instead of whole and toasting them first is acceptable; simply mix them thoroughly.
- Ensure the spices do not brown during toasting as that can affect the flavor negatively.
- If a spice grinder is not available, a mortar and pestle can be used for grinding the spices.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 1cup
Amount Per Serving
Calories 454 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 454kcal | 23% |
| Carbohydrates | 78g | 26% |
| Protein | 13g | 26% |
| Fat | 23g | 35% |
| Saturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Sodium | 95mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 1430mg | 30% |
| Fiber | 34g | 136% |
| Sugar | 9g | 18% |
| Vitamin A | 624IU | 12% |
| Vitamin C | 18mg | 20% |
| Calcium | 799mg | 80% |
| Iron | 25mg | 139% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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