MSG Free Ras El Hanout Spice Blend
Ras el hanout is one of those deeply aromatic North African spice blends that can transform a simple chicken, lamb, or roasted vegetable dish into something that tastes like it took all day. The problem with store-bought versions is that many commercial spice blends sneak in anti-caking agents, flavor enhancers, or additives that make them a no-go for anyone avoiding glutamate-based ingredients. Making your own from scratch means you know exactly what's going in the jar ā nothing more, nothing less. This version layers warm turmeric and ginger with fragrant Ceylon cinnamon, earthy dried herbs, and savory garlic and onion powder for a blend that's complex without being complicated. The optional cloves and rosemary let you nudge the flavor profile toward your personal preference, whether you like it a little more floral or a little more piney. It comes together in minutes and keeps for up to three months in an airtight jar, so you can batch it once and reach for it all season long. Rub it on proteins, stir it into stews, or toss it with roasted chickpeas ā this is the kind of pantry staple that quietly upgrades everything it touches.
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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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