الزعتر البلدي

First, we wash the fresh green za’atar thoroughly

Place it in a dry area until it’s completely dry. This may take one to two days depending on the weather.

Once the za’atar is dry, we grind it using an electric grinder or rub it by hand, depending on preference.

We toast the sesame seeds in a pan over low heat until golden and fragrant.

We mix the ground za’atar with the sumac, toasted sesame seeds, and salt in a large bowl.

We store the mix in a clean, dry glass jar and seal it well to preserve its flavor.