PCOS Friendly Ras El Hanout
Making your own spice blend from scratch is one of the simplest ways to take control of what goes into your food, and this North African classic is a perfect place to start. Store-bought versions often sneak in fillers, anti-caking agents, or added sugars that can quietly work against hormone balance — none of that here. This blend layers cumin, coriander, cinnamon, ginger, and turmeric into something deeply aromatic and complex, with warm heat from cayenne and a subtle floral lift from optional rose petals. Several of these spices — particularly turmeric, cinnamon, and ginger — are well-regarded for their anti-inflammatory properties, which makes this blend a genuinely smart pantry staple for anyone managing hormonal health. Whisking everything together takes only minutes, and a sealed jar keeps it fresh for up to three months, so you always have something bold and purposeful within arm's reach. Dust it over roasted vegetables, rub it onto chicken or lamb, or stir it into a hearty stew — the possibilities are as rich as the blend itself.
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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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