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Add a touch of the Mediterranean with this blend, ideal as a sauce or at the end of cooking.
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More than 50 large-format products in an economical and practical kraft bag.
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Une alliance parfaite entre l'ail et le piment qui donnera vie à vos plats avec une intensité envoûtante.
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Our exceptional Albert Ménès salts are real little jewels with bright colours and original flavours.
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Zaatar from Lebanon
€8.55
(55 g) net (€155.45/kg)
Taste the flavours of Lebanese Zaatar: a slightly tangy, subtle blend of spices, rich in sesame.
Traditional Middle Eastern Spice Blend, Zaatar, is a Must-Have in Oriental Cuisine
Albert Ménès Zaatar
Experience the flavors of Lebanon with our Albert Ménès Lebanese Zaatar, sourced from the Qwazah cooperative, supported by the Fair Trade Lebanon association.
Zaatar is a carefully selected spice blend that offers all the typical flavors of zaatar: slightly tangy, subtle, and rich in sesame.
It is mainly composed of various spices, including thyme, sumac, and sesame seeds. Other ingredients may also be added depending on local recipes and traditions.
Find Albert Ménès Lebanese Zaatar in a large 160g size.
The Little History of Zaatar:
Zaatar is a traditional Middle Eastern spice blend that has existed for several centuries. It is primarily used in Lebanese cuisine, but it is also very popular in neighboring countries such as Syria, Jordan, Iran, and Israel. This spice blend is highly valued for its flavors.
Zaatar is an essential ingredient in Levantine cuisine. It is a traditional spice blend that has existed for several centuries and varies in composition according to regions and traditions.
The Origin of "Zaatar" and Its Traditional Use
"Zaatar" in Arabic means "thyme." Thus, the name of the spice blend comes from its main ingredient. Zaatar is versatile in cooking and withstands heat well. It is often sprinkled on flatbread or grilled vegetables to add flavor and texture or used as an ingredient for a marinade.
In Lebanon, it is common to eat zaatar with white cheese or olive oil for breakfast. The blend is also used in salads, soups, and meat dishes. To add a touch of acidity, lemon or vinegar can be included.
Fair Trade Lebanon Association
While the composition of Zaatar and its ingredients vary from region to region, Albert Ménès' Lebanese Zaatar comes from the Qwazah cooperative, supported by the Fair Trade Lebanon association. This mixed cooperative consists of about thirty people.
The Qwazah cooperative produces high-quality zaatar with selected thyme varieties from the southern region of Lebanon. This blend, selected by Albert Ménès, features all the typical flavors of a zaatar. To fully enjoy its flavors, use zaatar with quality olive oil for an authentic Middle Eastern taste experience.
Since 2010, the NGO Fair Trade Lebanon has been helping and uniting family farms and cooperatives across Lebanon. The goal is to assist producers in developing through training, equipment, and market opportunities.
The cooperative is located in southern Lebanon, a region known for its dry, favorable climate and the quality of its thyme.
How do you use Zaatar in cooking?
Zaatar is a perfect seasoning for vegetables in salads, mixed with oil to brush on meat before cooking, or simply to flavour a hummus.
It's very easy to use, and can be eaten raw or cooked, in the oven or on the barbecue.
You can also use zaatar in your aperitifs, as in labneh or to flavour hummus.
INGREDIENTS: SESAME, thyme, sumac, salt. Contains SESAME, MAY CONTAIN TRACES OF MILK.
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