Libyan Bzaar Spice Mix

2021-07-04 · by · in North African, Sauces, Spices, and Rubs

Okidoki, so I’ve scavenged the internets and despite how often bzaar pops up in recipes, it’s nearly impossible to find. Basically, this UK shop where I bought mine: https://oea-libya.com/products/bzaar-spice (if you’re in the US, shipping is pretty steep).  So I dug around and came up with what I think is a consensus on the Libyan type. Besar/Bazar/etc are from other regions, notably the UAE and Oman.

For 1 tbsp bzaar:

  • 1-1/4 tsp turmeric
  • 3/4 tsp caraway powder
  • 1/2 tsp coriander
  • 1/2 tsp 7-spice

For  1 tsp 7-spice:

  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp cumin
  • 1/8 tsp ginger powder
  • 1/8 tsp ground cloves
  • 1/8 tsp coriander
  • pinch of cardamom
  • pinch of nutmeg