Whole 30 Ras El Hanout Spice Blend
Ras el hanout is one of those deeply aromatic North African spice blends that can transform a simple piece of chicken, a pot of lamb, or a tray of roasted vegetables into something genuinely special. The combination of warm turmeric, ginger, and Ceylon cinnamon alongside earthy herbs like thyme and oregano creates a layered, complex flavor that feels far more sophisticated than the handful of pantry staples it actually requires. Store-bought spice blends can be a minefield of hidden additives, anti-caking agents, and fillers that make them a hard pass when you're eating clean ā making your own from scratch is the obvious fix. Every ingredient here is a single-ingredient spice or dried herb, so you know exactly what's going into your food and onto your plate. The optional cloves and rosemary add an extra dimension of warmth and woodsy depth if you want to push the blend even further. Stir it together in minutes, seal it in a jar, and you've got a versatile seasoning that will carry you through weeks of compliant cooking. Keep it away from heat and light and it'll stay potent and fragrant 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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