7 Spice Recipe

Name: 7 Spice Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 1 batch
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons ground allspice; 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon; 1 tablespoon ground nutmeg; 1 tablespoon ground cloves; 1 tablespoon ground ginger; 1 tablespoon ground cardamom; 1 tablespoon ground black pepper; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 1 teaspoon ground cumin

Published: March 8, 2025 Prep Time: About 10 minutes Cook Time: 0 minutes Total Time: About 10 minutes Serves: 1 batch Difficulty: Easy Category: Seasoning Cuisine: Middle Eastern

Ingredients

2 tablespoons ground allspice
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
1 tablespoon ground nutmeg
1 tablespoon ground cloves
1 tablespoon ground ginger
1 tablespoon ground cardamom
1 tablespoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon ground cumin

Instructions

In a small bowl, combine all spices thoroughly.
Mix with a fork or whisk until all spices are evenly distributed.
Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place.
Use 1-2 teaspoons per pound of meat for seasoning.
Rub seasoning mixture onto meat before cooking.
Add to soups, stews, and rice dishes for authentic Middle Eastern flavor.

Special Notes

This traditional Middle Eastern 7 spice blend combines warm, aromatic spices to create a complex and flavorful seasoning. The combination of allspice, cinnamon, and cloves provides the base, while ginger and cardamom add warmth and depth. This versatile spice blend is perfect for seasoning meats, vegetables, and grains. The blend can be used as a dry rub, mixed into marinades, or added to cooking liquids. This spice mix is essential for authentic Middle Eastern cooking and can be stored for up to 6 months. The proportions can be adjusted to taste, making it a customizable seasoning blend.