Fresh and Authentic Middle Eastern Zaatar Seasoning with Real Hyssop

What is authentic or real Za'atar?

Zaatar is an Arabic word that refers to both a herb spice mixture, as well as herbal plant that is native to the East Mediterranean region. Because the taste of classic Za’atar mix is modulated on the Za’ater herb ingredient, it became common to call the mix Za’atar as well as the herbal plant. Za’atar the herb is in the mint family along with herbs like oregano and thyme. This herb is also referred to as Wild Thyme or Syrian Oregano and few other names. It’s also called Hyssop or Ezov in the Jewish tradition. It is distinct herb specie, with the scientific name of Origanum syriacum, and combines various mint family herb flavors all in one. Therefore, as a substitute to mimic the taste of genuine Za’atar herb, you often see a combination of common oregano and/or thyme, marjoram, savory, and other spices, and with varying degree of flavor success, ingredient transparency and quality.

Za'atar Spice is Loved by Children and Grown-Up's Alike!

Zaatar Seasoning enjoys a reputation for Health Benefits and as Brainy Food

Za'atar's Middle East heritage includes an enduring reputation of health benefits. This may be supported by finding the essential oils of Za'atar the herb (Origanum syriacum ingredient) as an active ingredient in medicines and food preservatives. The composition of the essential oils found in the Zaatar herb plant grown in the East-Mediterranean is mainly thymol or carvacrol, followed by other compounds. For example, thymol oil is used in antiseptics and disinfectants. It is the main active ingredient in some mouth wash brands for treating tooth decay and infections and often an active ingredient in cough medicines and others. Generally speaking, essential oil extracts from both thyme and mint family herbal leaves are also popular in alternative medicine and herbal supplement products for antioxidant and other properties.

A requirement of course for there to be a health benefit of Za'atar the mix (as compared to the Zaatar herb) is a quality blend with a significant portion of ground Zaatar herb (Syrian Oregano of the Levant region) that is rich in essential oil content. As with any herb, qualities, as determined by the essential oil content, vary for the same herb depending on cultivation and climate and is evident in the flavor and aroma. Also the blend must contain no fillers or substitutes.

Zatar Spice Blend is Astonishingly Simple to Enjoy - A Kitchen Table Staple, Always On-Hand and Non-Perishable!

Za’atar Spice has a Heritage Dating to Biblical Times for Good Reason!

The heritage of Za'atar, dating back to thousands of years is not without good reason. It is wonderful food for its simplicity, goodness, and many uses.

A traditional and easy way to eat Za'atar is to dip fresh bread in olive oil then dip the oil soaked bread in the Za'atar. It quickly becomes apparent however, that Za'atar is a versatile condiment that may season and be sprinkled on many foods, whether it’s a bagel and cream cheese, yogurts, salads, vegetable, meats, and fruit.

Zaatar Spice offers Many Culinary Incarnations - Tasty, Zesty, Earthy, and Tangy Condiment - Sprinkle it on Many Foods!

Recipes Using Za'atar Spic Mix

Za'atar is an increasingly popular ingredient with new recipes published all the time. We invite you view recipes published on our company website and importantly, experiment on your own with our quality Za'atar mix.