Middle Eastern Za'atar is a delicious Middle Eastern spice blend made with sumac, thyme, oregano and sesame seeds. This mixture has a nutty and fresh flavour and aroma and is traditionally used to sprinkle over flatbread that has been brushed with olive oil and lightly toasted. In Australian cuisine, it works well as a Barbecue rub. There are many variations of Zaâatar and it is widely used in the Middle East and the Mediterranean in a similar way to how Mixed Herbs are used in European dishes.
