Gourmet Palette

Spices to Try: Lebanese Pepper and Chicken Seasoning Mix

Lebanese pepper is a spice blend that holds the whole secret of Lebanese cuisine. You can add it to Tunisian dishes to play with flavors, or use it for a full Middle Eastern meal. This recipe makes a generous quantity; halve it if needed.

How Do You Prepare Lebanese Pepper?

IngredientQuantity
Ground black pepper½ cup
Ground cumin½ cup
Paprika½ cup
Ground coriander¼ cup
Ground cloves¼ cup
Ground nutmeg4 tsp
Ground cinnamon4 tsp
Ground cardamom2 tsp

Prep time: 5 min · ready in: 5 min. Mix all the ingredients together and store in an airtight container.

You'll also find our tips on food storage to help keep your homemade spice blends fresh.

How Do You Prepare a Chicken Seasoning Mix?

This blend of dried herbs and spices enhances any chicken dish. The ingredient list looks long, but you'll already have most of it in your cupboards.

IngredientQuantity
Sea salt1 ½ tsp
Dried basil1 tsp
Dried rosemary1 tsp
Garlic powder½ tsp
Mustard powder½ tsp
Paprika½ tsp
Ground black pepper½ tsp
Dried thyme½ tsp
Celery¼ tsp
Parsley¼ tsp
Ground cumin⅛ tsp
Cayenne pepper⅛ tsp
Chicken bouillon powder⅛ tsp

Prep time: 5 min · ready in: 5 min. Mix all the ingredients together and store in an airtight container.

Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to prepare these spice blends?
About 5 minutes for each of the two blends: simply combine the ingredients and store them in an airtight container.
Can Lebanese pepper replace other spices in a Tunisian recipe?
Yes, it blends easily into Tunisian dishes to vary the flavors, in addition to its traditional use in Lebanese cuisine.
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