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11 spices for Iraqi Seasoning Spice Blend on a vintage board

Karen's Iraqi Seasoning Spice Blend

The most aromatic blend - combining sweet and savory spices with a hit of heat.
Grind your own whole spices for the freshest flavor!
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Servings: 12 1 tablespoon portions
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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons ground cumin
  • 1 tablespoon ground coriander
  • 2 tablespoons mixed peppercorns ground
  • 1 1/2 tablespoon ground cardamom
  • 1/2 teaspoon spicy ground red chiles such as Chiles de Arbol or Aleppo Chili (less spicy)
  • 1 tablespoons ground allspice
  • 1 tablespoon ground cloves
  • 1 tablespoon ground turmeric
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons sumac
  • 1 tablespoon paprika mild or hot

Instructions

  • Look over the list of spices. Use whole spices for the best flavor and grind these fresh.
    I grind all in my spice grinder (can use a good clean coffee grinder) except for the last four ingredients.
  • Combine the 11 spices and store in an airtight container (I like glass), in a dark cool place. Use within 2 months for best flavor, or up to 3 months.
  • This spice blend contains no salt. Add salt to taste.

Notes

This flavorful blend is a wonderful addition to many vegetables, rices, legumes, meats and vegan proteins. The flavor will bloom when the seasoning is activated when heated (think coating, then grilling.)
See linked recipe: 
Fabulous Iraqi Grilled Chicken with Iraqi Pesto and Preserved Lemon Relish
This recipe may not be reproduced without the consent of it's author, Karen Sheer.
COURSE: Global Cooking, Gluten Free, Simple
CUISINE: Iraqi, Middle eastern
KEYWORDS: Iraqi cuisine, Iraqi grilled chicken, Iraqi seasoning
Nutrition Facts
Karen's Iraqi Seasoning Spice Blend
Amount per Serving
Calories
31
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
1
g
2
%
Saturated Fat
 
1
g
6
%
Trans Fat
 
1
g
Sodium
 
8
mg
0
%
Potassium
 
145
mg
4
%
Carbohydrates
 
6
g
2
%
Fiber
 
3
g
13
%
Sugar
 
1
g
1
%
Protein
 
1
g
2
%
Vitamin A
 
392
IU
8
%
Vitamin C
 
1
mg
1
%
Calcium
 
61
mg
6
%
Iron
 
3
mg
17
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.