North African Dry Rub
Elevate your cooking with this North African Dry Rub, a tantalizing spice blend that brings bold, aromatic flavors to your kitchen. Featuring a harmonious mix of ground cumin, coriander, sweet paprika, turmeric, and a hint of cinnamon alongside warming ginger, cayenne, and allspice, this versatile seasoning is perfect for adding a Middle Eastern-inspired flair to meats, poultry, fish, or even roasted vegetables. With just five minutes of prep time, this easy DIY dry rub is not only quick to make but also budget-friendly and preservative-free. Use it to create a crisp, flavorful crust on grilled or roasted dishes, or mix it with olive oil or yogurt for a fragrant marinade. Stored properly, this rub stays fresh for months, ready to infuse your meals with a touch of exotic spice whenever inspiration strikes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Ground cumin
- 2 tablespoons Ground coriander
- 1 tablespoon Sweet paprika
- 1 tablespoon Ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon Ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Ground allspice
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground cloves
Instructions
Gather all the listed spices and ensure they are ground to a fine consistency. If using whole spices, toast them lightly in a dry skillet for 1-2 minutes to release their aromas, then grind them using a spice grinder or mortar and pestle.
Measure each spice carefully using measuring spoons to ensure the balance of flavors is accurate.
In a medium-sized bowl, combine all the powdered spices: ground cumin, ground coriander, sweet paprika, ground turmeric, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, cayenne pepper, ground black pepper, salt, ground allspice, and ground cloves.
Mix thoroughly with a whisk or spoon, ensuring that all the spices are evenly combined and there are no lumps.
Taste a tiny pinch of the mixture if desired to adjust the balance of flavors to your preference—for example, adding more cayenne pepper for heat or additional cinnamon for sweetness.
Transfer the dry rub to an airtight container or a spice jar with a secure lid. Store in a cool, dark place for up to 6 months for optimal freshness.
Use this North African Dry Rub as a seasoning for meats, poultry, fish, or vegetables before grilling, roasting, or pan-searing. It can also be mixed with olive oil or yogurt for a marinade.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
167 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 7.2 g | 9% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.9 g | 4% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2401 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 30.9 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.5 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.9 g | ||
| Protein | 6.5 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 300 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 20.1 mg | 112% | |
| Potassium | 852 mg | 18% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
