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Toasted Caraway-Salt Rub

By Melissa Hamilton and Christopher Hirsheimer

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Toasted Caraway-Salt RubHirsheimer & Hamilton

When added either before or after cooking, this aromatic seasoning imparts deep flavor to lamb, beef, pork, or duck.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes about 1/4 cup

Ingredients

2 tablespoons caraway seeds
1/2 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
1 tablespoon kosher salt
2 teaspoon Hungarian sweet paprika

Preparation

  1. Toast caraway seeds in a small heavy dry skillet over medium heat, shaking skillet often, until fragrant, 1-2 minutes. Let cool. Finely grind seeds and whole black peppercorns in a spice mill; transfer to a small bowl. Stir in kosher salt and Hungarian sweet paprika. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 month ahead. Store airtight at room temperature.

TagsPaprikaHerbs & SpicesDairy FreeGluten FreeVegetarianVeganNut FreeQuickEasyMake Ahead5 Ingredients or Fewer30 Minutes or LessSauteBon Appétit

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