Middle East Spice Rub

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Bring bold, aromatic flavors to your kitchen with this versatile Middle East Spice Rub, a simple yet exotic blend of 11 fragrant spices that will elevate any dish. Featuring warm ground cumin and coriander, vibrant turmeric, and a hint of sweetness from cinnamon, this perfectly balanced mix is accented by the earthy depth of cardamom and the subtle heat of cayenne pepper. Ready in just 5 minutes, it’s great for seasoning meats, roasting vegetables, or adding a Middle Eastern twist to grains like couscous or rice. Stored in an airtight container, this spice blend is a pantry staple for home cooks craving deep, rich flavors in their everyday meals. Perfect for grilling, roasting, or marinades, this globally-inspired rub is your ticket to effortless culinary adventure!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 5 min
• Cook Time: N/A
• Total Time: 5 min
• Servings: 12 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

11 items

• 2 tablespoons Ground cumin
• 2 tablespoons Ground coriander
• 1.5 tablespoons Ground paprika
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon Ground turmeric
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground allspice
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cardamom
• 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper

📝 Instructions

5 steps

1. In a small mixing bowl, combine the ground cumin, ground coriander, ground paprika, ground cinnamon, ground turmeric, and dried thyme.

2. Add the ground allspice, ground cardamom, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper to the bowl.

3. Whisk the spices together thoroughly until they are fully blended and uniform in color.

4. Transfer the spice rub into an airtight container or spice jar for storage.

5. Use the spice rub as a seasoning for meats, vegetables, or grains. For best results, rub it onto the surface of proteins or mix it into marinades before cooking.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (4.2g)

Calories		12
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		0.6 g	1%
	Saturated Fat	0.1 g	0%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		0 mg	0%
Sodium		164 mg	7%
Total Carbohydrate		2.2 g	1%
	Dietary Fiber	1.2 g	4%
	Total Sugars	0.1 g
Protein		0.5 g	1%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		18 mg	1%
Iron		1.1 mg	6%
Potassium		52 mg	1%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 64 cal (33.3%%)

Protein: 24 cal (12.3%%)

Carbs: 106 cal (54.4%%)