Spice

The History of Zaatar And a Zaatar Cheesy Delight Recipe

June 14, 2023

By Menal Elmaliki

Contributing writer Menal Elmaliki shares what is Zataar, the famous Middle Eastern spice, as well as its history and its importance in the region. Zatar is as popular in the region as ketchup is in America to those who aren’t from the region. What’s special about zatar is the thyme that it is used for, a wild thyme that grows in the Mediterranean and middle eastern region used in their cuisine, spread on bread and eaten with olive oil. Zatar traces back to biblical times and has a reputation being brain food.

Economic History and Trade Routes of Arabia

July 6, 2021

By Nour Mohamed

By: Noureldin Mohamed/Arab America Contributing Writer The Arabian Peninsula has seen a vast transition from Ancient trade routes to modern business centers—let us look at the ancient trade routes of the Arab world. The vast expanse of Arabia is mostly taken up by the Arabian Desert, one of the largest and driest in the world. … Continued

5 Spice Blends from the Middle East to Enhance Your Dishes

January 24, 2020

By Ani Karapetyan

SOURCE: KAWA Why don’t you take a moment in the kitchen and travel to the far reaches of the Middle East? Between the freshness of the za’atar, the spiciness of the harissa and the aromatic power of the bezar, preparing and tasting good little dishes has never been so exotic. Here are 5 spice blends … Continued

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