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What is this warmingspice it looks like we readHawaii? For starters, it's actually called Hawaij and is pronounced, "Ha-Why-Wayge" and we trust when we say it's about to take the United States by the storm. We talked with the head of Hello Fresh,Claudia Sidoti As well as Angelo Viteral, the chef and owner of the Italian restaurant in Queens, New YorkOrnella trattoriaFor more information on the spice. Spoiler Alert: You will want to add this product just about everything.

What is Hawaij?

"Hawaij is the name given to a mix of varieties of Yemeni spices," says Viteral, which often cook with the mixing of spices. "The main spices used are the cumin, the black pepper, curcuma and cardamom." It looks like a tasty mix, yes? Sidoti says Hawaij in Yemeni translates by,mixed,So, the name is appropriate, to say the least. She also says that the spice mix can contain a coriander and clove.

Hawaij is aanti-inflammatory Spice, thanks to the presence of curcuma, which gives the dark yellow color to this mixture of tasty spices. TheAntioxidant curcumin is actually theFight against inflammation Curcuma component, known to mitigate the pain and swelling of the articulations of those of arthritis.

What dishes should be added to Hawaij?

This mixture is more on the tasty side, while Sidoti explains, Hawaij works, "Great as a rubbing on red meats such as lamb, pork and beef but also delicious on chicken, fish and vegetables". She suggests rubbing the spice on meat or vegetables an hour before grilling or roasting [in order] to get an optimal flavor. Sidoti and Viteral noted that the mixture is traditionally used in Yemeni soups, so it is another way to bring flavor to a dish that could be a little bland. Yourchicken soup Will be kick to a notch, that's for sure! But veggie-based meat and dishes are not the only foods that this spice can add some of the plague.

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What can we sting Hawaij?

"There is also a different mix of Hawaij that can also be used for coffee," says Viteral.Natural Food Pereg Is one of these companies that sells the spice mix that is specifically made for coffee. But do not worry, the flavors are different, so you will not add black pepper to your Joe cup.

"Sometimes he goes through candies and drinks," says Sidoti. She says that the Hawaij mixture is specifically for coffee tends to understand other hot spices, including cinnamon, ginger and nutmeg. "Try a little the next time you make gingerbread, carrot cake, snickerdoodles or even oatmeal cookies," she suggests.

What is the best way to cook with Hawaij?

Dishes that you can prepare in asmooker seem to be clear winners.

"As a general rule, I like to use these spice mixes when I erase meat for slow cooking. Or my chickpeas stew," said Viteral. "The mix of these spices gives a beautiful aroma to the stew itself. I like to fill the stew with a ton of vegetables and sometimes even big pieces of pancetta, so when the stew is made, the meat cuts like butter."

Dana Murrell, a chef at healthy meal kit delivery serviceGreen chef, also has a tastyRubbed pork chops in Hawaij Recipe for those looking for a step-by-step guide.

So, are you ready to try Hawaij?