Ras El Hanout Moroccan Spice Mix

Elevate your cooking with this homemade Ras El Hanout Moroccan Spice Mix—an aromatic blend of exotic spices that brings the bold, warm flavors of North Africa right into your kitchen. This easy-to-make spice mix combines earthy cumin and coriander with the sweetness of cinnamon and nutmeg, the warmth of ginger and cardamom, and a touch of heat from cayenne pepper (optional) for a well-rounded, versatile seasoning. Perfect for enhancing the flavor of meats, stews, roasted vegetables, or even grains, this spice blend is a must-have for adventurous cooks. Ready in just 10 minutes and made with pantry staples, it's an effortless way to infuse your dishes with authentic Moroccan flair. Store in an airtight container and keep it on hand to add depth and fragrance to any recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 88/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 20

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon Ground cumin
• 1 tablespoon Ground coriander
• 1 tablespoon Ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon Ground allspice
• 1 teaspoon Ground turmeric
• 1 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cloves
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 1 tablespoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Ground cardamom
• 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)

Directions

Step 1

Measure all the spices carefully and add them to a small mixing bowl.

Step 2

Using a whisk or spoon, thoroughly combine the spices until the mixture is uniform in color and texture.

Step 3

If you'd like a finer texture or your spices are not pre-ground, use a mortar and pestle or spice grinder to grind them further.

Step 4

Transfer the Ras El Hanout spice blend to an airtight container or spice jar for storage.

Step 5

Store the spice mix in a cool, dark place and use within 6 months for the best flavor.

Step 6

Use this fragrant blend as a rub for meats, a seasoning for stews, or a flavor enhancer for roasted vegetables and grains.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	38.3 grams (38.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	119

Total Fat 4.80g	6%
Saturated Fat 0.50g	3%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 27mg	1%
Total Carbohydrate 22.60g	8%
Dietary Fiber 10.50g	38%
Total Sugars 1.60g
Protein 4.10g	8%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 186mg	14%
Iron 11mg	58%
Potassium 523mg	11%

*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: 28.8%

Protein: 10.9%

Carbs: 60.3%