Rice Free Ras El Hanout
Making your own spice blend from scratch is one of those small kitchen moves that pays off every single time you open the jar. This North African blend layers warm, aromatic spices — cumin, coriander, cinnamon, ginger, turmeric, and more — into something that smells impossibly complex but comes together in minutes with nothing more than a bowl and a whisk. The optional ground rose petals add a subtle floral note that takes the whole thing to another level. Store-bought versions can be hit or miss, and some blends sneak in fillers or anti-caking agents that aren't always clearly labeled — making your own means you know exactly what's in it. Every ingredient here is a pure ground spice, so there's nothing to worry about on the grain front. Rub it on chicken, stir it into a braise, or bloom it in oil before adding vegetables — this blend is endlessly versatile. Stored in an airtight jar away from heat and light, it stays potent and fragrant for up to three months.
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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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