Hawaij - Spice Blend from Yemen
An enticingly aromatic blend of green cardamom, coriander, black pepper, cumin and turmeric.
Equipment
- spice grinder
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp green cardamom seeds
- 1 tbsp whole coriander
- 2/3 tbsp black pepercorns
- 1 1/2 tbsp cumin seeds
- 1 tsp turmeric
Instructions
- To extract cardamom seeds: press the pods with the flat side of a knife blade to crack them open and scrape the seeds out.
- Place all spices into the grinder and blitz to a fine powder.
- Store in an airtight container for up to three months.
Notes
- You can use hawaij in stews, marinades, rubs and to infuse oil for seasoning.
- If planning to add hawaij early in the cooking process, grind the spices raw. However, if you wish to use it as a finishing touch (for instance, in your coffee!), you should toast the spices before grinding.