Pistachio Free Ras El Hanout Spice Blend
Warm, aromatic, and deeply complex, this North African spice blend layers earthy turmeric and ginger with the floral warmth of Ceylon cinnamon, dried herbs, and savory alliums into something that smells like a bustling spice market in a single jar. It's the kind of pantry staple that transforms a simple roast, braise, or grain bowl into something genuinely memorable. Store-bought ras el hanout blends can be a real gamble ā many commercial versions include rose petals, dried fruits, or even ground nuts that introduce cross-contact risks without any obvious warning on the label. Making it yourself means you know exactly what's in the jar, full stop. The optional cloves and rosemary let you tune the blend to your own taste, leaning more floral or more resinous depending on what you're cooking. A few minutes of stirring and a good airtight container are all it takes to have a reliable, fragrant blend ready to go for up to three months.
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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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