Syrian Pepper

Submitted by Abby Falck

"This spice blend is frequently used in Syrian and Armenian dishes. This recipe is derived from my grandmother-in-law's Armenian Orthodox church. The original made just over a pound of spice blend, which is far too much, so I've scaled it down by a quarter."

 

• Ready In: 5mins
• Ingredients: 5
• Yields: 4 ounces

ingredients

• 3 ounces whole allspice
• 1 ounce whole black peppercorn
• 5 whole cloves
• 1⁄2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1⁄2 teaspoon grated nutmeg

directions

1. Grind the allspice, pepper, and cloves in a food processor, coffee grinder or blender.
2. Add the cinnamon and nutmeg and pulse briefly to combine.
3. Store in a covered container.