Za'atar Saltburst

Our love of Persian food started about eight years ago when an Iranian friend
let us in on a secret. It was a little known place in the food court of Northcross
Mall that served mexican food on the left counter and Chelo kabobs on the right.
Eventually, they moved out of the food court and began serving a full menu as
Alborz Persian Cuisine. We made our Za'atar Saltburst in homage to the wonderful
flavors we discovered there.

Although traditional Za'atar typically consists of sumac, thyme, and sesame
seeds, our version is intended to be used on a wide range of food. Not only is it
great on saffron rice and beef kabobs, but we also use it on seared Ahi tuna,
scrambled eggs, steaks, and fresh-sliced tomatoes. The flavor of Za'atar Saltburst
really comes out when you add it to food while its cooking. Something about the
oils in the sesame seeds gives the chicken and rice a warm nutty flavor...

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How We Make It

1. Most of the work for our Za'atar Saltburst is in the selection and purchase
   of the black sesame seeds, Syrian aleppo peppers, Persian dried limes, and
   the freshest Jordanian sumac possible (the redder, the better). All of the
   ingredients are purchased through local Mediterranean grocers who buy
   them from an importer.
2. First, we grind the sea salt so that it is the texture of snow.
3. Then we mix up all the ingredients in a large container.
4. Lastly, we fill each bottle by hand, seal them, add the decorative rafia, and
   the product label. We write and design all of our own labels and product
   literature and have it printed at a small local printer. When possible, we
   use recycled paper.

Ingredients

Za'atar Saltburst contains Portuguese sea salt, dried Persian limes, marjoram,
black sesame seeds, Syrian aleppo peppers, Jordanian sumac, cardamom, and
chipotle powder.

Recommended Uses

Za'atar Saltburst is great sprinkled on steamed white rice with a little butter
tossed in, but it also adds a lot of flavor to meatloaf and grilled chicken. If
you're having a small party, sprinkle some Za'atar Saltburst in some olive oil
and let your guests dip some fresh bread in it for appetizers. Its also fabulous
when rubbed on tuna or salmon prior to baking or grilling. In the summer, we
use it on fresh-sliced tomatoes and put it on salads.

Looking for a Gift?

If you're in search of a gift for the foodie in your life, give them our Gift Pack
so they can try the Za'atar Saltburst in addition to our other flavors!