Hawayij (Yemeni Spice Mix)

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Hawayij (Yemeni Spice Mix)

Hawayij (Yemeni Spice Mix) is a traditional Yemeni recipe for a classic spice blend of black pepper, caraway seeds, saffron, cardamom seeds and turmeric that's typically used for meat-based dishes and stews. The full recipe is presented here and I hope you enjoy this classic Yemeni version of: Yemeni Spice Mix (Hawayij).

prep time

5 minutes

cook time

5 minutes

Total Time:

10 minutes

Makes:

1 small jar

Rating:

Tags : Spice Recipes Yemen Recipes

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This is a classic Yemeni spice blend, used in numerous Yemeni recipes, particularly stews.

Ingredients:

3 tsp black peppercorns
1 1/2 tsp caraway seeds
1 tbsp coriander seeds
2 tsp cumin seeds
1/2 tsp cloves
1 tsp nutmeg
1/2 tsp saffron threads (or use 1 tbsp turmeric for the cheaper version)
1/2 tsp green cardamom seeds
1 tsp ground turmeric

Method:

Combine the black peppercorns, caraway seeds, saffron threads and cardamom seeds in a mortar or a coffee grinder and process to a fine powder.

Stir in the turmeric then store in an air-tight jar in a dark cupboard until needed.