Ras El Hanout Moroccan Spice Mix
Elevate your cooking with this homemade Ras El Hanout Moroccan Spice Mix—an aromatic blend of exotic spices that brings the bold, warm flavors of North Africa right into your kitchen. This easy-to-make spice mix combines earthy cumin and coriander with the sweetness of cinnamon and nutmeg, the warmth of ginger and cardamom, and a touch of heat from cayenne pepper (optional) for a well-rounded, versatile seasoning. Perfect for enhancing the flavor of meats, stews, roasted vegetables, or even grains, this spice blend is a must-have for adventurous cooks. Ready in just 10 minutes and made with pantry staples, it's an effortless way to infuse your dishes with authentic Moroccan flair. Store in an airtight container and keep it on hand to add depth and fragrance to any recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon Ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon Ground coriander
- 1 tablespoon Ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon Ground allspice
- 1 teaspoon Ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cloves
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Ground cardamom
- 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
Instructions
Measure all the spices carefully and add them to a small mixing bowl.
Using a whisk or spoon, thoroughly combine the spices until the mixture is uniform in color and texture.
If you'd like a finer texture or your spices are not pre-ground, use a mortar and pestle or spice grinder to grind them further.
Transfer the Ras El Hanout spice blend to an airtight container or spice jar for storage.
Store the spice mix in a cool, dark place and use within 6 months for the best flavor.
Use this fragrant blend as a rub for meats, a seasoning for stews, or a flavor enhancer for roasted vegetables and grains.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
119 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 4.8 g | 6% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 27 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.6 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.5 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.6 g | ||
| Protein | 4.1 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 186 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 10.5 mg | 58% | |
| Potassium | 523 mg | 11% | |
*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.
