Description
A herb blend that tastes of thyme and sumac
Thyme leads this blend, with sesame seeds second and sumac third. Open the pouch and thyme comes first, green and resinous, then the bright, lemony tang of sumac, while the sesame gives every pinch a little texture. Mint and oregano lift the herbs, and a small measure of cumin, coriander, black pepper and fennel adds warmth underneath without any chili heat.
It is seasoned with salt, so it works straight from the pouch.
What is in it
Thyme, sesame seeds, sumac, oregano, mint, salt, cumin, coriander, black pepper, fennel.
Contains: sesame.
How to use it
- Olive oil dip: stir 1 tablespoon into 3 tablespoons of good olive oil and serve with warm bread.
- Flatbread and manakish: mix with olive oil into a loose paste, spread over the dough and bake.
- Labneh, hummus and yogurt: scatter over the top with a drizzle of olive oil.
- Eggs: sprinkle over fried or scrambled eggs, or into an omelette.
- Roasted vegetables and potatoes: toss with oil before roasting.
- Chicken: rub under and over the skin with olive oil and lemon before roasting.
Turkish-style and Lebanese za’atar
Za’atar is a family of blends, and the recipe changes from one kitchen and one country to the next. Lebanese za’atar is usually built on thyme, sumac, sesame and salt alone, and is known for a sharper sumac tang. Edi’s Turkish-style blend is thyme-led, with sesame and sumac behind it, and adds oregano, mint and a little cumin, coriander, black pepper and fennel, so it tastes rounder and more herbal. Read the full za’atar guide
Product details
- Net weight: 170 g (6 oz)
- Ingredients: thyme, sesame seeds, sumac, oregano, mint, salt, cumin, coriander, black pepper, fennel
- Contains: sesame
- Product of Turkey
- Halal certified by IFC Global Halal Certification (Türkiye).
- Packed in small batches in a resealable pouch
Frequently asked
Is Edi's za'atar the same as Lebanese za'atar? No. Both start from thyme, sumac and sesame, but Edi's Turkish-style blend also carries mint, oregano, cumin, coriander, black pepper and fennel, so it is more herbal and less sumac-sharp.
Does this za'atar contain salt? Yes. Salt is part of the blend, so taste before adding more.
Is za'atar spicy? No. There is no chili in the blend. Black pepper adds a gentle warmth only.
What allergens does it contain? It contains sesame.
How much za'atar do I use for an olive oil dip? About 1 tablespoon of za'atar to 3 tablespoons of olive oil.
Abdullah H. –
Exactly like the Za’tar I was looking for, this one has such an incredible taste. Definitely ordering more!
Jason R. –
Honestly this is the first time I’ve made anything with Zaatar though I feel sure I’ve had it before, it’s not something I have often enough to compare this to other Zaatar seasoning. I baked a bunch of little Zaatar breads using this mixed with olive oil as a topping before baking and I have to say the result is pretty darn good… it really does add a whole bunch of extra dimensions to the bread without being overtly salty. I will definitely be using this to make more bread. For some reason I thought this seasoning usually came coarser than what this is, which is a pretty fine powder… I think if it was coarser it would have looked nicer on the bread but I’m sure the taste would be the same.
Cecilia –
This is a rather unique flavour. I have never tried zatar before so I don’t have anything to compare it to. I can say I have never tasted such a different spice combination. I tried it with olive oil on a peice of sourdough bread. I’m on the fence as it has such a different flavour profile. I will continue to experiment with it.
It’s a finely ground spice , with 170g. In a foil ziplock bag. I hope this helps in your decision making
Holly Talaska –
This stuff tastes amazing and is so good on everything – meat, vegetables, for dips. I love it and the bag is huge I have been using it for months and still have lots left!
Cwm –
Doesn’t have a strong aroma. The rosemary leaves are small and have some flavour. It was good with meat. I like that it comes in a resealable bag. Although the package only has rosemary the ingredients list on the package is incorrect, which makes the product a little questionable.
Lavallière –
Très bon ,pour faire a manger.