HAWAIJ - TRADITIONAL SPICE MIX FROM YEMEN.

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Hawaij - Traditional Spice Mix from Yemen. image

Hawaij is essential to the cuisine of Yemen - use it liberally as a rub for grilled meat, poultry, seafood, and vegetables. Try it sprinkled into soups, stews, sauces, and rice to liven the flavours up a bit!

Provided by Um Safia

Categories     Southwest Asia (middle East)

Time 7m

Yield 1 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 1/2 tablespoons black peppercorns
1/4 cup cumin seed
2 1/2 tablespoons coriander seeds
1 1/2 tablespoons green cardamom pods
1 1/2 teaspoons whole cloves
3 1/2 tablespoons ground turmeric

Steps:

  • Put everything except the turmeric into a frying pan & dry fry (no oil required) for a couple of minutes.
  • Allow to cool, grind using a spice / coffee grinder or mortar & pestle. Add the turmer, mix well & store in an container in a cool, dark place.

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