North African Dry Rub

Elevate your cooking with this North African Dry Rub, a tantalizing spice blend that brings bold, aromatic flavors to your kitchen. Featuring a harmonious mix of ground cumin, coriander, sweet paprika, turmeric, and a hint of cinnamon alongside warming ginger, cayenne, and allspice, this versatile seasoning is perfect for adding a Middle Eastern-inspired flair to meats, poultry, fish, or even roasted vegetables. With just five minutes of prep time, this easy DIY dry rub is not only quick to make but also budget-friendly and preservative-free. Use it to create a crisp, flavorful crust on grilled or roasted dishes, or mix it with olive oil or yogurt for a fragrant marinade. Stored properly, this rub stays fresh for months, ready to infuse your meals with a touch of exotic spice whenever inspiration strikes.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:5 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Ground cumin
• 2 tablespoons Ground coriander
• 1 tablespoon Sweet paprika
• 1 tablespoon Ground turmeric
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon Ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Ground allspice
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground cloves

Directions

Step 1

Gather all the listed spices and ensure they are ground to a fine consistency. If using whole spices, toast them lightly in a dry skillet for 1-2 minutes to release their aromas, then grind them using a spice grinder or mortar and pestle.

Step 2

Measure each spice carefully using measuring spoons to ensure the balance of flavors is accurate.

Step 3

In a medium-sized bowl, combine all the powdered spices: ground cumin, ground coriander, sweet paprika, ground turmeric, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, cayenne pepper, ground black pepper, salt, ground allspice, and ground cloves.

Step 4

Mix thoroughly with a whisk or spoon, ensuring that all the spices are evenly combined and there are no lumps.

Step 5

Taste a tiny pinch of the mixture if desired to adjust the balance of flavors to your preference—for example, adding more cayenne pepper for heat or additional cinnamon for sweetness.

Step 6

Transfer the dry rub to an airtight container or a spice jar with a secure lid. Store in a cool, dark place for up to 6 months for optimal freshness.

Step 7

Use this North African Dry Rub as a seasoning for meats, poultry, fish, or vegetables before grilling, roasting, or pan-searing. It can also be mixed with olive oil or yogurt for a marinade.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	59.4 grams (59.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	167

Total Fat 7.20g	9%
Saturated Fat 0.90g	5%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2401mg	104%
Total Carbohydrate 30.90g	11%
Dietary Fiber 14.50g	52%
Total Sugars 1.90g
Protein 6.50g	13%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 300mg	23%
Iron 20mg	112%
Potassium 853mg	18%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 30.2%

Protein: 12.1%

Carbs: 57.6%