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Buharat

Kuwaiti spice blend

• 1/2 C black peppercorns

• 1/4 C coriander seeds

• 1/4 C cassia (Chinese cinnamon)

• 1/4 C cloves

• 1/3 C cumin seeds

• 2 tsp. cardamom seeds

• 4 whole nutmegs, grated

• 1/2 C paprika

Place peppercorns, coriander seeds, cassia, cloves, cumin and cardamom seeds in blender and grind to a powder. Grate nutmeg and blend into spices with ground paprika. Store in a sealable container in a dry place. Note: If you don't have a blender, use a mortar and pestle to grind spices.

 

Uses: Buharat is typically used in Middle Eastern recipes, such as Dijaj Machboos (Kuwaiti Chicken with Rice).

 

Similar recipes: Baharat (Jordanian spice blend) and Hararat (Libyan 5-Spice blend).

 

Related Link:

Food Fare Culinary Collection: Arabic Cookery

 

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