Bezar

Description

Bezar is a spice mixture found throughout Arabian cooking. The spices are first roasted, then ground together. Once prepared, bezar can be kept in an airtight container for up to 10 months.

Ingredients

• 4 parts whole cumin seeds
• 4 parts whole fennel seeds
• 4 parts cinnamon sticks
• 4 parts whole coriander seeds
• 2 part peppercorns
• 1 part dried red chile peppers
• 2 part ground turmeric

Procedures

1. Place the spices, except the ground turmeric in a pan on low heat and stir continuously until they become golden and release their armonas.
2. Remove from heat, allow to cool a bit, then grind.
3. Keep in an air tight container.