Khmeli-Suneli

Ingredients for 1 servings:

• 5 bay leaves
• 2 tbsp marjoram, dried
• 2 tbsp savory, dried
• 2 tbsp mint, dried
• 2 tbsp parsley, dried
• 2 tbsp basil, dried
• 2 tbsp dill tips, dried
• 1 tbsp tarragon, dried
• 2 tbsp coriander seeds
• 2 tsp black peppercorns
• 1 tsp mustard seeds, yellow
• 2 allspice berries
• some turmeric or saffron to taste for coloring

Instructions

Working time approx. 20 minutes; Total time approx. 20 minutes

Georgian spice mix

Crumble the bay leaves and grind them very finely in a mortar and pestle. Pour them through a sieve into a bowl. Grind all the other ingredients individually in a mortar and pestle and sieve them into the bowl. Grind any leftovers again if necessary. Mix with turmeric or saffron. Store in a twist-off jar in a dark place. Tip: If you like, you can also grind one or two teaspoons of fenugreek into the mortar and pestle! A Georgian spice blend of various dried herbs used in Georgian and Caucasian cuisine, as well as in the countries of the former USSR.