This mix of Middle Eastern spices is widespread in Lebanese, Israeli and Syrian cuisine. Elevates the flavors of each dish and creates a unique, pungent and slightly smoked aroma, on white and sheep meat dishes, legume soups, fish. Also called a blend of 7 spices, Baharat is also used on rice and marinades.
The dish is known all over the world, but it is not paella if it does not include this mix of aromatic and delicate spices - suitable for both fish and meat paella. The amount of spiced mixture is subjective based on taste, you can try it with a teaspoon and then adapt it to your paella recipes!