Lactose Free Ras El Hanout
Spice blends are one of those kitchen staples that can completely transform a dish, and this North African classic is a perfect example of why making your own is worth it. Warm, complex, and deeply aromatic, it layers cumin, coriander, cinnamon, ginger, turmeric, paprika, cardamom, allspice, and more into a blend that smells like a bustling spice market. The optional ground dried rose petals add a subtle floral note that takes the whole thing to another level. Since it's built entirely from pure ground spices, there's no dairy hiding anywhere in the mix — no fillers, no anti-caking agents, no surprises. Store-bought spice blends can sometimes sneak in unexpected additives, so mixing your own gives you complete control over every ingredient. Whisk it together in minutes, seal it in a jar, and you'll have a versatile, fragrant blend ready to season roasted meats, vegetables, stews, or grain dishes for months to come.
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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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