Black Pepper Free Ras El Hanout Spice Blend
Warm, aromatic, and deeply complex, this spice blend brings the soul of North African cooking right into your kitchen without a single ingredient that could cause a reaction for those avoiding black pepper. Traditional ras el hanout recipes vary wildly, and many store-bought versions sneak in peppercorns or mixed pepper blends ā so making your own is genuinely the safest and most satisfying route. Here, ground turmeric and ginger lay down an earthy, slightly spicy base, while Ceylon cinnamon adds a gentle sweetness that sets it apart from harsher varieties. Dried thyme and oregano weave in a herbal brightness, and garlic and onion powder round everything out into something that smells absolutely incredible the moment you open the jar. The optional cloves and rosemary let you nudge the blend toward deeper, woodsier territory if that's your thing. Stir it together in minutes, seal it up, and you've got a versatile seasoning that works beautifully on roasted vegetables, grilled meats, or stirred into a slow-cooked stew. Having a reliable homemade blend like this on hand is a total pantry upgrade.
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12 servings
- 2 tsp ground turmeric
- 2 tsp ground ginger
- 1 Ā½ tsp ground ceylon cinnamon
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Ā½ tsp ground cloves (optional)
- Ā½ tsp dried rosemary, finely crumbled (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the turmeric, ginger, Ceylon cinnamon, thyme, oregano, garlic powder, and onion powder in a small bowl and stir until evenly blended.
- 2
Stir in the rosemary, if using, until fully incorporated.
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