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Posted by : Ruth Heiges Yemenite Spice Mixture: Hawaiij - pareve
A recent recipe called for hawaiij (pronounced haWAyej), prompting someone to ask me, privately, what it is. This is the equivalent of Chinese five-spice powder or Indian garam masala. Just as Hungarians confide they have a "special paprika," Israelis of Yemenite origin have special family recipes for hawaiij. There is even a special version for use in coffee, which I suspect might have some ginger in it. Yemenite Hawaiij ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ For use in soups, meats and vegetable dishes. 5 Tablespoons ground cumin 2 Tablespoons ground cardamom 5 teaspoons ground black pepper 3 teaspoons ground turmeric 2 teaspoons ground coriander Mix together. Store away from light in a tightly covered jar. Yield: About 1/2 cup Ruth
