Tabil Tunisian Spice Mix Recipes

TABIL-TUNISIAN SPICE MIX

Steps:

• In a mortar, pound the garlic with the coriander, caraway, and cayenne until it is smooth. Store in the refrigerator or freezer. Keep in the refrigerator if using fresh garlic for up to two months or indefinitely if using powdered garlic, although the pungency will decline as time goes by.
• Makes about 1/4 cup.

TABIL - TRADITIONAL TUNISIAN SPICE MIX

Steps:

• Combine coriander seeds, garlic, caraway seeds, crushed red pepper flakes and grindin a spice / coffee grider or in a mortar & pestle.
• Spread out onto a baking tray and dry in a low oven (200°F) for about 1 hour.
• Cool, grind again as fine as possible. Add the ras el hanout & store in an airtight jar in a cool, dark place for up to 4 months.

TABIL - DRY CORIANDER SPICE MIX FROM TUNISIA

Steps:

• Place coriander, cumin, caraway, and red pepper flakes in small skillet. Toast spices 3 minutes over medium-low heat, or until darkened and fragrant, swirling pan constantly. Transfer to bowl, and stir in garlic powder. Cool.
• Finely ground spice mixture in spice grinder, coffee grinder, or mortar and pestle. Store in airtight container.

TUNISIAN RUB (TABIL)

Steps:

• Combine coriander, cumin and caraway seeds in a dry skillet.
• Cook over medium heat, shaking the pan to ensure even cooking, until toasted and fragrant, about 3 minutes.
• Remove and cool.
• Grind all ingredients together in a mortar or spice mill.
• Keeps in an airtight jar away from light and heat for up to 6 months.