Tree Nut Free Ras El Hanout
Ras el hanout is one of those spice blends that smells like an entire marketplace condensed into a single jar — warm, floral, earthy, and just a little bit fiery all at once. Store-bought versions can be a real gamble, with vague "spice blend" labels that sometimes sneak in unexpected ingredients or are processed on shared equipment alongside tree nuts. Making your own at home means you know exactly what's going in, and the result is genuinely better than most anything you'll find on a shelf. This version layers cumin, coriander, cinnamon, ginger, turmeric, paprika, cardamom, allspice, cayenne, nutmeg, and cloves into a deeply complex blend, with optional ground rose petals for a subtle floral lift that feels almost luxurious. The whole process is just whisking and storing — no cooking required — and the blend keeps for up to three months in an airtight jar. Use it to season roasted vegetables, rub onto chicken or lamb, or stir into a slow-cooked stew for instant depth. Once you have a batch on hand, you'll find yourself reaching for it constantly.
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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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