Hawaij
An ode to Yemeni cuisine, this all-purpose blend, passed down from our Aunt Khadījah, celebrates generations of tradition in Yemeni kitchens. Available in savoury, sweet, and coffee varieties, each version offers a harmonious, distinctly aromatic base for dishes and beverages. The rich, earthy alchemy varies from region to family, always kept as a cherished secret.
Taste
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Caraway
Native to Southeast Asia, this spice has been associated with Indian cuisine for 4,000 years. Known for promoting heart and brain health, it offers immunity-boosting properties with earthy notes of ginger and black pepper.
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Cloves
Native to the Maluku Islands of Indonesia, these dried, unopened flower buds come from the tropical Myrtle tree family. They are a rich source of fibre, vitamins, and minerals, often noted for their potential bacterial benefits.
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Turmeric
Native to Asia, Europe, and Africa, this seed is a relative of the carrot family. It is a rich source of dietary fibre, known for promoting gut health. Also referred to as Meridian fennel or Persian Cumin.
Origin
Hawaij is a tribute to Yemeni ground spices. Meaning ‘collections’ or ‘combinations’ in Arabic, this ancient blend is a staple in Yemeni kitchens, available in several forms—savoury, sweet, and for coffee. Each variant offers a harmonious, distinctly aromatic base for dishes and beverages. Our focus here is on the savoury blend, perfect for everyday cooking and seasoning.
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.
How to Use
This versatile spice blend serves as a spice rub for slow-cooked pulled pork or beef, a marinade for chicken or fish on sunny barbecue days, and an addition to soups, stews, pies, ‘curry-style’ dishes, rice, and roasted vegetables. Its diverse applications bring joy year-round and have been integral to Yemeni and Israeli cuisine traditions.
