A’atryaat

A’atryaat is a Syrian bouquet garni consisting of cinnamon sticks, bay leaves, cloves and cardamom pods. The word a’atryaat means ‘perfume’ and it is used to impart a subtle flavour to stews. The components of the bouquet garni are sometimes added directly to the pan, without bundling them first. A’atryaat garni is not sold pre-made; it is something you make yourself. My recipe uses: 2 cinnamon sticks, 2 cloves, 3 green cardamom pods and 1 bay leaf.