Khmeli Suneli - Georgian Five Spice
Khmeli suneli, also known as Georgian five spice, is a savory seasoning mix that is at once spicy, aromatic and nutty. Its aroma and taste make it suitable for almost any dish: sauces, salads, soups, stews, savory pastry, rice, any kind of protein, as well as pickled vegetables, marinades and Georgian appetizers.
Servings 10 servings (this recipe makes around 60 grams or 1/4 cup of khmeli suneli)
Calories 5kcal
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon ground fenugreek
- 1 teaspoon dry thyme
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon dry basil
- 1 teaspoon dry dill
- 1 teaspoon ground bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon dry celery
- 1 teaspoon dry peppermint
- 1 teaspoon dry parsley
- 1 teaspoon dry oregano
- 1 pinch red chili pepper
- 3 threads dark red saffron ground
Instructions
- Combine all the ingredients in a mixing bowl or a jar and stir well. Enjoy!
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Top Tips
- Khmeli suneli is not hot but spicy, aromatic, nutty and fragrant that makes it a perfect addition to a variety of dishes, including sauces (tkemali), salads, soups, stews, savory pastry, rice, any kind of protein, as well as pickled vegetables, marinades and Georgian appetizers like eggplant rolls with walnuts.
- If your herbs are too coarse, use a coffee grinder to grind them.
- Store chmeli suneli in an airtight glass jar and keep away from sunlight and heat.
- It will last for up to 6 months until the flavors start to fade.
- This recipe makes about 60 grams or 1/4 cup. Double the amounts to make a bigger batch.
Recipe Variations
- For the simplified version of khmeli suneli use the following ingredients: fenugreek, thyme, coriander, basil, dill, bay leaf, dried celery, peppermint, marjoram, parsley, savory (or oregano), red chili pepper and saffron.
Nutrition
Serving: 5g | Calories: 5kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 19mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 23IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 13mg | Iron: 1mg