Hawaij - Traditional Spice Mix from Yemen. |
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Prep Time: 5 Minutes Cook Time: 2 Minutes |
Ready In: 7 Minutes Servings: 8 |
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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! Ingredients:
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 |
Directions:
1. Put everything except the turmeric into a frying pan & dry fry (no oil required) for a couple of minutes.
2. 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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