Honey Free Ras El Hanout Spice Blend
Warm, aromatic, and deeply complex, this North African-inspired spice blend layers earthy turmeric and ginger with the gentle sweetness of Ceylon cinnamon and the herbal depth of thyme and oregano. It's the kind of pantry staple that transforms a simple weeknight dinner into something that smells like it took all day. Many commercial spice blends and seasoning mixes sneak in unexpected sweeteners, so mixing your own from scratch is the smartest way to keep full control over every ingredient. All you need is a bowl, a jar, and a handful of dried spices you likely already have on hand. The optional cloves and rosemary let you nudge the flavor profile toward something a little more floral or piney depending on your mood. Once it's blended and sealed in an airtight jar, it keeps for up to three months ā ready to rub onto roasted vegetables, stir into stews, or dust over grilled proteins whenever inspiration strikes.
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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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