Hawaij Hawayej Hawaiege Yemeni Spice Mixture
Introduce an authentic burst of Middle Eastern flavor to your cooking with this traditional Hawaij (Hawayej or Hawaiege) Yemeni spice mixture. This aromatic blend combines the warm, earthy notes of ground cumin, coriander, and turmeric with the fragrant sweetness of cardamom, cinnamon, and cloves, all balanced by a hint of fiery black pepper and ginger. Ready in under 5 minutes, this versatile spice mix is perfect for elevating soups, stews, roasted meats, or even coffee and desserts. Homemade and all-natural, this Yemeni spice blend is not only easy to prepare but can also be stored for months, making it a pantry essential for global cuisine enthusiasts.
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Ground cumin
- 2 tablespoons Ground coriander
- 1.5 tablespoons Ground turmeric
- 1 tablespoons Ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoons Ground cardamom
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground cloves
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground ginger
Directions
Step 1
Measure out all the spices listed in the ingredients.
Step 2
In a medium-sized bowl, combine the ground cumin, ground coriander, ground turmeric, ground black pepper, ground cardamom, ground cloves, ground cinnamon, and ground ginger.
Step 3
Whisk the spices together thoroughly until evenly mixed.
Step 4
Transfer the spice mixture to an airtight container, such as a glass jar with a tight lid, to retain freshness.
Step 5
Store the Hawaij in a cool, dark place for up to 6 months. Shake or stir the mixture occasionally before use to recombine the spices if they settle.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (50.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 159.3 |
| Total Fat 6.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.8g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 37.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 30.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 12.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 1.2g | |
| Protein 6.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 292.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 22.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 788.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories