Egyptian Baharat

Discover the rich and exotic flavors of Egypt with Egyptian Baharat, a versatile spice blend that adds warmth and depth to your dishes.
 
Flavor Profile:
This blend features allspice, black pepper, cardamom, cinnamon, cloves, coriander, cumin, nutmeg, paprika, and rose buds. It offers a combination of warm, spicy, and slightly sweet flavors.
 
Pairing Suggestions:
Grilled Meats: Use Egyptian Baharat to season lamb, beef, and chicken before grilling.
Rice and Grain Dishes: Enhance the flavor of couscous and rice dishes.
Vegetable Dishes: Add depth to roasted or sautéed vegetables.
Soups and Stews: Use this blend to season hearty soups and stews.
 
Recipe Ideas:
Egyptian Grilled Lamb: Season lamb chops with Egyptian Baharat and grill until cooked through. Serve with rice and vegetables.
Spiced Vegetable Couscous: Cook couscous with onions, garlic, and Egyptian Baharat. Add raisins and almonds for extra flavor.
Egyptian Vegetable Stew: Cook mixed vegetables with onions, garlic, and Egyptian Baharat. Add vegetable broth and simmer until tender.
 
Here are some recipe suggestions that incorporate the Egyptian Baharat spice blend:
Breakfast:
Shakshuka: Cook diced onion, garlic, and bell pepper in a pan with olive oil and the Egyptian Baharat spice blend. Add canned diced tomatoes and simmer until the flavors meld together. Crack eggs into the pan and cook until set, then serve with crusty bread.
Egyptian-Spiced Omelette: Fill an omelette with sauteed vegetables (such as spinach and tomato) and sprinkle with the Egyptian Baharat spice blend before cooking.
Pastry/Drink:
Rose and Cardamom Latte: Mix together milk, coffee, and the Egyptian Baharat spice blend. Heat on the stove, then serve with a sprinkle of dried rose buds.
Spiced Date Cookies: Mix together flour, sugar, butter, eggs, and the Egyptian Baharat spice blend. Roll the dough into balls, then press a date into each one. Bake in the oven until golden brown.
Lunch:
Egyptian Lentil Soup: Cook lentils with onion, garlic, and the Egyptian Baharat spice blend until tender. Blend until smooth, then serve with a dollop of plain yogurt.
Egyptian-Spiced Chicken Salad: Toss cooked diced chicken with sliced cucumber, tomato, and a dressing made from olive oil, lemon juice, and the Egyptian Baharat spice blend.
Dinner:
Egyptian-Spiced Beef Kebabs: Thread cubes of beef onto skewers, then grill until cooked through. Serve with a dipping sauce made from yogurt, garlic, and the Egyptian Baharat spice blend.
Egyptian-Spiced Chickpea Stew: Cook onion, garlic, and bell pepper in a pot with the Egyptian Baharat spice blend. Add canned chickpeas, diced tomatoes, and vegetable broth. Simmer until the flavors meld together, then serve with rice.