This is an exquisitely savoury and versatile Yemeni spice blend. Aromatic and warm, with a hint of nutty, bittersweet sharpness and slight pepperiness, this deeply fragrant golden coppery blend can be used as a spice rub for slow-cooked pork or beef or as a marinade to chicken or fish for those summer barbecue evenings. It can be added to stews, pies, curry-style dishes, rice and roasted vegetable dishes. This Yemenite blend will give you happiness all year round. Goes great with lentil-style curry dishes or even a whole head of cauliflower.
Origin
Hawaij is a celebration of Yemeni ground spices. As an ancient blend, and staple to the Yemeni kitchen, this blend can be in several forms, a savoury, sweet and for coffee. Each offering a harmonious and distinctly aromatic base to dishes and beverages.
Taste
A hint of nutty and bittersweet sharpness with a slight pepperiness base.
Scent
Aromatic and warming with peppery, spicy and citrusy notes.
How to use
This versatile spice blend can be used as a spice rub for slow pulled pork or beef. A marinade for chicken or fish for those Indian summer barbeque days. It can even be added to soups, stews, pies, “curry-style” dishes, rice and roasted vegetables. It will give you plenty of happiness all year around with its diverse use. It has long played a pivotal role in Yemeni and Israeli cuisine.
Nutritional value
- per 100g
- Energy 1416kJ/340kcal
- Fat 12g of which Saturates 1.6g
- Carbohydrate 31g of which Sugars 1.6g
- Protein 13g
- Salt 0.15g
Size
Weight 25g / 0.88 oz ℮
Comes in an attractive 60ml dark amber, food safe, stackable glass jar with an aluminium lid.
Allergen Information
- Vegan
- Low sodium
- No additives
- No added sugar
- No preservatives
Some of our blends will be gluten free, but it is important to note that some spices and herbs naturally contain gluten.
It is also important to note that these have been packaged in a facility that handles, stores, and processes tree nuts and celery. This product may contain traces of celery, gluten, mustard, sesame, soy and nuts.
Storage
Always store in a dry place. A pantry, press or cupboard will suffice. We have made that easy by housing our blends in dark amber mason jars under an aluminium lid. Aluminium reflects both heat and light, making it the perfect material for food preservation under its closing. Spice and herb blends typically have a use by date, in our case, 24 months from manufacture.
