Gut Friendly Ras El Hanout
Making your own spice blend from scratch is one of the smartest moves you can make for a sensitive gut, because store-bought versions often sneak in fillers, anti-caking agents, or mystery additives that can quietly cause trouble. This North African blend layers cumin, coriander, cinnamon, ginger, turmeric, paprika, cardamom, black pepper, allspice, cayenne, nutmeg, and cloves into something deeply aromatic and complex — the kind of warmth that makes a whole kitchen smell incredible. Several of these spices, particularly turmeric and ginger, have long been celebrated for their digestive-supportive properties, so you're building flavor and being kind to your body at the same time. The optional ground rose petals add a subtle floral note that takes the blend from great to genuinely special. Everything comes together with a simple whisk, no cooking required, and stores beautifully in an airtight jar for up to three months. Rub it on proteins, stir it into stews, or bloom it in a little oil — the possibilities are endless and every single one of them is worth it.
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8 servings
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp ground coriander
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- 1 tsp sweet paprika
- ½ tsp ground cardamom
- ½ tsp ground black pepper
- ½ tsp ground allspice
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
- ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
- ¼ tsp ground cloves
- ¼ tsp ground dried rose petals (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the cumin, coriander, cinnamon, ginger, turmeric, paprika, cardamom, black pepper, allspice, cayenne, nutmeg, and cloves in a small bowl and whisk until evenly blended.
- 2
Stir in the ground rose petals, if using, until fully incorporated.
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