Macadamia Free Ras El Hanout Spice Blend
Warm, earthy, and deeply aromatic, this North African spice blend is the kind of pantry staple that transforms a simple weeknight dinner into something that feels genuinely special. The combination of turmeric, ginger, and Ceylon cinnamon creates a layered, complex base, while thyme, oregano, garlic powder, and onion powder round everything out with savory depth. Optional cloves and rosemary let you nudge the blend toward your own taste preferences, which is one of the best reasons to make your own spice mix at home. Store-bought versions can be hit or miss ā sometimes stale, sometimes packed with fillers or blended on shared equipment ā so mixing it yourself gives you full control over quality and freshness. The whole process takes just a few minutes and a single bowl, and the finished blend keeps for up to three months in an airtight jar. Rub it onto chicken or lamb, stir it into a chickpea stew, or whisk it into a marinade ā the possibilities are genuinely endless.
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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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