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African Spice Mix

A Turkish spice blend of sesame seeds and thyme, spiced with sumac.

10 min · Serves 40 · Easy

Makes 4 ouncesServes
40

Ingredients

Time
Prep 5 min · Cook 5 min · 10 min total
Difficulty
easy
  1. 1

    Dry roast the sesame seeds over a medium heat for a few minutes, stirring frequently. Allow to cool, and then mix with the sumac and thyme.

  2. 2

    Stored in an airtight jar, the blend will keep for 3-4 months.

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