Did you know Za'atar is a versatile spice blend? It can be used on meats, veggies, rice, and breads.
It only takes 10 minutes to make!
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup sumac
- 2 tablespoons thyme
- 1 tablespoon roasted sesame seeds
- 2 tablespoons marjoram
- 2 tablespoons oregano
- 1 teaspoon coarse salt
Preparation:
Grind the sesame seeds in food processor or with mortar and pestle. Add remaining ingredients and mix well.
Store za'atar in a cool, dark place in a plastic zip bag or in an airtight container. When stored properly, za'atar can be used from 3-6 months.
Mixed with boiling water and sweetened with honey, the fresh herb has been employed with success as a safe cure for stomach problems and whooping cough as well as in cases of catarrh and sore throat.
Drinking the green leafy tea also has many health benefits. Having a cup of zaatar tea in the morning will ease menstrual cramps and eliminate phlegm. Zaatar is also good for those who are feeling drowsy or depressed as it helps in stimulating the brain, refreshing the mood and improving the memory.
One of the most useful factors of this herb is its antiseptic qualities. Used as a warm tea bag, it can cure styes, pink eye or conjunctivitis. Because of its antispasmodic qualities, it is also of great relief to women suffering from cramps during their monthly periods. Thyme is a safe herb when used appropriately, although occasional allergic reactions to thyme have been reported.
Store za'atar in a cool, dark place in a plastic zip bag or in an airtight container. When stored properly, za'atar can be used from 3-6 months.
Health Benefits of Zaatar
Thyme or zaatar's health benefits are well known by herbalists. Eating zaatar on bread helps digest the heaviness of the bread and can prevent many digestive and allergic reactions related to bread.Mixed with boiling water and sweetened with honey, the fresh herb has been employed with success as a safe cure for stomach problems and whooping cough as well as in cases of catarrh and sore throat.
Drinking the green leafy tea also has many health benefits. Having a cup of zaatar tea in the morning will ease menstrual cramps and eliminate phlegm. Zaatar is also good for those who are feeling drowsy or depressed as it helps in stimulating the brain, refreshing the mood and improving the memory.
Thyme Oil has Anti-inflammatory and Antiseptic Qualities
Thyme oil is a natural anti-inflammatory and can be used to treat skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis as it reduces the itching of the skin. It can also be applied to insect bites. Sufferers of insomnia may find thyme oil beneficial by adding a few drops to bathwater to encourage relaxation.One of the most useful factors of this herb is its antiseptic qualities. Used as a warm tea bag, it can cure styes, pink eye or conjunctivitis. Because of its antispasmodic qualities, it is also of great relief to women suffering from cramps during their monthly periods. Thyme is a safe herb when used appropriately, although occasional allergic reactions to thyme have been reported.
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