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How to make Lebanese Zaatar Blend
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Zaatar blend: thyme mix for manakish and labneh.
Zaatar is a quintessential Lebanese blend that finds its roots in the Levantine region. It is often sprinkled over freshly baked manakish, a type of flatbread, or mixed into creamy labneh for a savory breakfast or mezze platter. This aromatic mixture is a staple in Lebanese kitchens, adding a touch of earthiness to daily meals. The blend should be a fragrant harmony of dried thyme, tangy sumac, and nutty sesame seeds, with a hint of marjoram and a pinch of fine sea salt. Each spoonful delivers a burst of flavor that is both zesty and herbaceous, ideal for enhancing the simplest of dishes with its complex, layered taste.
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