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Xawaash (pronounced HA-wash) used with Somali dishes like Bariis, a basmati rice pilaf. This blend uses pre-ground ingredients to save you time. If you are a kitchen geek like me, you may want to use whole cinnamon sticks, cumin seeds and cardamon pods that are lightly toasted, cooled and then ground in a coffee grinder with remaining ingredients.
Ingredients
Xawaash Spice Blend
1 tablespoon cumin
1 tablespoon coriander
1 tablespoon turmeric
1 teaspoon cardamom
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon cloves
Preparation
Whisk all the ingredients together and store them in a glass jar, keeping it in a cool, dark place.
Enjoy!
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