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    Published: Aug 14, 2022 · This post contains affiliate links and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking through my links.

    Lebanese Seven Spices (Baharat)

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    After a long day, there's nothing better than sitting down to a delicious home-cooked meal. And what could be more satisfying than one that's packed full of flavor? If you want to add some spice to your life, why not try out the Lebanese seven spices? This flavorful mix of herbs and spices is perfect for chic'kn, stuffing, rice, or dishes. So why not give it a try tonight? You won't regret it!

    lebanese seven spices in middle-eastern style plate.
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    We enjoy DIY preparations and sauces, like making our own vegan parmesan or pesto; everything just feels more authentic and tasty, and you get to save lots of money.

    This Lebanese seven spices mix is a spice blend, also known as baharat spice blend, which is used in Middle Eastern cuisine to simply season dishes like ground meat rub with a touch of complex and aromatic flavors.

    Lebanese 7 spice reminds me of the falafel spice mixture because you can simply add it to any mixture and completely change the flavor profile with a very small quantity.

    You will find many baharat spice mix recipes with different spice blends not using specific ingredients; even if you try to buy it from amazon, supermarkets, and Lebanese sources, you will find different spices mixes.

    The same happens with other spice mixes, such as the famous Garam masala that we know from Indian cuisine and used in recipes like the Indian Eggplant Curry and Cauliflower Curry; every family has its version, which varies based on their region.

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    • 🤔 The Spice blend ingredients
    • 🧾 Lebanese Seven Spice mix
    • 🔪 Instructions
    • 🥢 How to use Lebanese 7 spice
    • 🫙 Storage
    • 🇱🇧 More Lebanese dishes
    • 📋 Recipe
    • 🌡️ Food safety
    • 💬 Reviews and Comments

    🤔 The Spice blend ingredients

    The seven spice blend is well-balanced and true to Lebanese style, and it is added to almost every Lebanese dish but is more commonly used to condiment pilaf rice, dressings, ground meat, and meat cuts.

    This middle eastern spice blend is easy to use in plant-based cuisine because, as we know, many of the flavors we relate to meat come from the seasonings they are cooked with.

    the five most common spices in the Lebanese spice mix.
    1. The most common spice blends coincide with 5 whole spices out of the 7 spice blends: allspice.
    2. Black Pepper
    3. Nutmeg
    4. Clove
    5. Cinnamon

    Hint: most western palates associate it with sweet dishes like banana bread, apple cake, cranberry sauce, and drinks like golden milk, turmeric tea, oatmeal cinnamon smoothies, pumpkin pie (made with pumpkin spice mix, which has many spices in common with this 7 spice mix); but cinnamon has many savory uses in Middle eastern cuisine... we even use it for our falafel spice mix.

    The remaining 2 spices vary, and you will find:

    • fenugreek
    • ginger
    • paprika
    • cardamom
    • white pepper
    • cumin
    • coriander
    • Mahlab.

    Wait... Mahlab (Mahleb)...

    What's Mahlab spice?

    Mahlab is a powder made from St. Lucy's cherry seeds, found in different parts of the Mediterranean. Drying them and then cracking the open rock-hard cherry pits is required.

    It is not very common to find it, even as an ingredient in the typical store-bought sabaa baharat spice blend, so its flavor is emulated using alternative spices, which do a very good job.

    🧾 Lebanese Seven Spice mix

    lebanese seven spices ingredients separated in a white plate.

    Use Ground:

    1. Allspice
    2. Nutmeg
    3. Cloves
    4. Cinnamon
    5. Cumin
    6. Coriander
    7. Freshly ground black pepper

    See the recipe card for exact quantities.

    As with every spice mix, using freshly ground whole spices will give you the best aromatic flavor, but all the spices here are so strong and used in very small quantities that only a very versed person in Lebanese cooking would notice the difference, so go ahead and use the spices you probably already have in your spice rack.

    🔪 Instructions

    Simply measure all your ingredients and mix them in a mixing bowl or a mason jar. Then reserve in a dry place.

    mixing Lebanese seven spices in a mason jar.

    🥢 How to use Lebanese 7 spice

    • Main dishes: use it in dishes that call for ground meat; although we follow a plant-based diet, we emulate ground meat in dishes like stuffed peppers, eggplants, Lebanese stuffed zucchini, and tomatoes. We also like adding this mix to our vegan empanadas or our lentil curries for a change.
    • Side dishes: add it to rice pilaf, as you would add cardamom, cloves, and cinnamon into Basmati rice in Indian cuisine, add it to a spiced roasted cauliflower, or spiced onions.
    • Dressings: add the spice blend to olive oil to make an aromatic Lebanese-inspired salad dressing.
    • Make a big batch and give it as gifts in mason jars: add some 7 spice mix to a roast with onions, potatoes, and minced garlic in a slow cooker or instant pot, and you have a special and easy recipe for everyone to enjoy.

    🫙 Storage

    Store the 7 spices mixed in an airtight container to retain their aroma. Luckily spices don't have an expiration date, but they can lose their strength over time if not stored properly. We like to use a common mason jar.

    7 spices mix

    🇱🇧 More Lebanese dishes

    Try this fantastic Lebanese Hummus recipe or a delicious Tabbouleh salad.

    lebanese 7 spices separated in a plate

    If you try this Lebanese spice mix recipe, let us know! Leave a comment, rate it, and don't forget to tag a photo #ourplantbasedworld on Instagram. Cheers!

    📋 Recipe

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    Lebanese Seven Spice Mix

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    Looking for a vegan-friendly and delicious Lebanese seasoning? Here is an easy, delicious, and versatile Lebanese seven spices recipe!
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Total Time 5 mins
    Course Basics & Preparations
    Cuisine Middle Eastern-Inspired
    Servings 7 teaspoons
    Calories 6 kcal

    Equipment

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    Ingredients
     
     

    • 1 teaspoon cinnamon ground
    • 1 teaspoon allspice ground
    • 1 teaspoon nutmeg ground
    • 1 teaspoon cloves ground
    • 1 teaspoon coriander ground
    • 1 teaspoon cumin ground
    • 1 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
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    Directions
     

    • Combine all the ingredients in a small bowl to create your spice mix.
    • Store it in an airtight container to keep it fresh for as long as possible.

    Nutrition Facts

    Calories: 6kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 0.2gFat: 0.3gSaturated Fat: 0.1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.05gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.1gTrans Fat: 0.001gSodium: 2mgPotassium: 21mgFiber: 1gSugar: 0.1gVitamin A: 8IUVitamin C: 0.2mgCalcium: 13mgIron: 0.4mg
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    Nutrition Facts
    Lebanese Seven Spice Mix
    Amount per Serving
    Calories
    6
    % Daily Value*
    Fat
     
    0.3
    g
    0
    %
    Saturated Fat
     
    0.1
    g
    1
    %
    Trans Fat
     
    0.001
    g
    Polyunsaturated Fat
     
    0.05
    g
    Monounsaturated Fat
     
    0.1
    g
    Sodium
     
    2
    mg
    0
    %
    Potassium
     
    21
    mg
    1
    %
    Carbohydrates
     
    1
    g
    0
    %
    Fiber
     
    1
    g
    4
    %
    Sugar
     
    0.1
    g
    0
    %
    Protein
     
    0.2
    g
    0
    %
    Vitamin A
     
    8
    IU
    0
    %
    Vitamin C
     
    0.2
    mg
    0
    %
    Calcium
     
    13
    mg
    1
    %
    Iron
     
    0.4
    mg
    2
    %
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
     
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    🌡️ Food safety

    • Cook to a minimum temperature of 165 °F (74 °C)
    • Do not use the same utensils on cooked food, that previously touched raw meat
    • Wash hands after touching raw meat
    • Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
    • Never leave cooking food unattended
    • Use oils with a high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds
    • Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove

    See more guidelines at USDA.gov.

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    1. MacKenzie says

      August 14, 2022 at 10:52 pm

      5 stars
      This seven spice mix is perfect. I can't wait to try it, so much better than store bought mixes. Thank you for sharing.

      Reply
    2. Janessa says

      August 14, 2022 at 11:56 pm

      5 stars
      So helpful to know how to make spice blends from scratch! I can't wait to cook with this one.

      Reply
    3. Jacqueline Meldrum says

      August 15, 2022 at 2:28 am

      5 stars
      I've heard of this but not tried it before. *adds to list*

      Reply
    4. Ava M says

      August 15, 2022 at 4:08 am

      5 stars
      Hi guys, thanks for the recipe! Spice mixtures are my favourite shortcut for busy days and you just make it easier 🙂 well done!

      Reply
      • Gus says

        August 15, 2022 at 4:56 am

        Hi Ava!

        Thank you so much for trying our recipe and for your kind words. We're glad you found it helpful and we hope you'll enjoy using it in your cooking. Thanks again for sharing!

        Reply
    5. Mahy says

      August 15, 2022 at 6:02 am

      5 stars
      I am using it for so many dishes. Definitely one of my favorite spice mixes!

      Reply
      • Gus says

        August 15, 2022 at 7:55 am

        Mahy, we're so glad you enjoy our Lebanese spice mix! It's one of our favorites too. 🙂

        Reply

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