Za’atar DipThe Middle Eastern spice blend lends a piney, peppery kick to this garlicky cilantro dip.

The Middle Eastern spice blend za’atar (which combines sumac, oregano, sesame, hyssop, and other spices) flavors this simple cilantro-and-garlic dip. It’s ideal served alongside roasted meats, or slathered on fresh-baked pita.

  • Serves

    8–10

  • Time

    5 minutes

Ingredients

  • ½ cup olive oil
  • 3 Tbsp. za’atar
  • 6 garlic cloves, finely chopped
  • 1 bunch cilantro, leaves and tender stems
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

Step 1

In a food processor, blend together the oil, za’atar, garlic, and cilantro. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  1. In a food processor, blend together the oil, za’atar, garlic, and cilantro. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Recipes

Za’atar Dip

The Middle Eastern spice blend lends a piney, peppery kick to this garlicky cilantro dip.

  • Serves

    8–10

  • Time

    5 minutes

Za'atar Dip
PHOTO: MURRAY HALL • FOOD STYLING: JESSIE YUCHEN

By SAVEUR Editors


Updated on May 20, 2024

The Middle Eastern spice blend za’atar (which combines sumac, oregano, sesame, hyssop, and other spices) flavors this simple cilantro-and-garlic dip. It’s ideal served alongside roasted meats, or slathered on fresh-baked pita.

Ingredients

  • ½ cup olive oil
  • 3 Tbsp. za’atar
  • 6 garlic cloves, finely chopped
  • 1 bunch cilantro, leaves and tender stems
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

Step 1

In a food processor, blend together the oil, za’atar, garlic, and cilantro. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  1. In a food processor, blend together the oil, za’atar, garlic, and cilantro. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

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