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How to Make Xawaji / Xawaash (Somali Spice Mix)

 How to Make Xawaji / Xawaash (Somali Spice Mix)

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup cumin 
  • 1 tbsp of pickling spices 
  • 3 to 4 cinnamon sticks, roughly broken 
  • 1 tsp grounded cardamom 
  • 2 tbsp turmeric


Instructions:

  • Place a pan on medium heat and then add cumin, pickling spices, 3 to 4 cinnamon sticks and stir around
  • Then add in grounded cardamom and turmeric and continue to stir (This process should be 5-10 minutes, be careful not to burn it)
  • Once all the ingredients are well incorporated and hot, place into a grinder/food processor and finely ground
  • That's it! Enjoy your xawaji!


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