Is Shawarma Spice healthy?

This salt-free spice blend features turmeric and cumin, which have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Altogether, the spices in this blend promote digestion and enhance the immune system.

How long does Shawarma Spice blend keep for?

For freshest flavor, use within 1 month, stored in a small jar at room temperature. You can also freeze if you wish to have longer shelf life.

Homemade Shawarma Spice

Name: Shawarma Spice Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons ground cumin; 2 tablespoons ground coriander; 2 teaspoons turmeric; 2 teaspoons garlic powder; 1 teaspoon sweet paprika; 1 teaspoon ground ginger; 1 1/2 teaspoon allspice; 1 teaspoon black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (more to taste)

Description

Aromatic Shawarma Spice is easy to make at home! Use this Middle Eastern seasoning on roasted chickpeas, vegetables, chicken, fish, lamb, and meats.

Ingredients

2 tablespoons ground cumin
2 tablespoons ground coriander
2 teaspoons turmeric
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon sweet paprika
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 1/2 teaspoon allspice
1 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (more to taste)

Instructions

Combine all the spices in a bowl.
Store in a sealed airtight container or jar at room temperature.

Notes

Use good quaility fresh spices. Best used within 1 month or freeze for a longer shelf life.

For even more flavor, toast whole spices (cumin, coriander, and peppercorns) in a dry skillet and blend.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 teaspoon
Calories: 5
Sugar: 0.1 g
Sodium: 1.6 mg
Fat: 0.2 g
Saturated Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 0.9 g
Fiber: 0.2 g
Protein: 0.2 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg