Xanthan Gum Free Ras El Hanout
Making your own spice blend from scratch is one of those small kitchen moves that pays off in a big way. This North African classic layers warm, aromatic spices — cumin, coriander, cinnamon, ginger, turmeric, and more — into a complex, deeply fragrant mix that elevates everything from roasted vegetables to braised meats. A whisper of cayenne brings gentle heat, while cardamom and cloves add a floral, almost mysterious depth. The optional ground rose petals push it into truly special territory, giving the blend a subtle romantic note that store-bought versions rarely bother with. Since it's built entirely from pure ground spices, there's nothing hidden here — no fillers, no additives, and absolutely no thickening agents to worry about. Whisk everything together, seal it in a jar, and you've got a pantry staple that keeps for up to three months and makes weeknight cooking feel a little more adventurous.
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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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