Best 2 North African Spice Blend Recipes

Enticing and bursting with flavors, North African cuisine offers a delectable blend of spices that transforms ordinary dishes into extraordinary culinary experiences. This symphony of flavors has captivated taste buds across the globe, inspiring home cooks to recreate the magic in their own kitchens. With so many variations and combinations, finding the perfect recipe for a North African spice blend can be a daunting task. This article aims to guide you through the nuances of creating an authentic North African spice blend, ensuring that your dishes exude the vibrant and captivating flavors of this captivating cuisine.

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NORTH AFRICAN SPICE BLEND

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I found the original recipe for this at a spice retailer's website, but I changed it a bit to suit my own taste. YUM! This is good for soups, stews, or combined with olive oil and lemons to coat a chicken (under the skin) before roasting.

Provided by Susiecat too

Categories African

Time 5m

Yield 1/2 cup

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

2 tablespoons ground cumin
2 tablespoons garlic powder
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon cinnamon
1 tablespoon allspice
1 tablespoon smoked paprika
1 tablespoon salt
1 1/2 teaspoons ground black pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cayenne pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons ground turmeric

Steps:

mix all spices together.
store in an airtight container, use within 1 year.

NORTH AFRICAN RAS EL HANOUT SPICE MIX

North African Ras El Hanout Spice Mix image

A "must" for nearly all Tagines, Couscous & North African recipes; I can always obtain it here in France but, as I list this in so many of my recipes I thought I would devise a "copycat" or cheat's spice mix which you can make up & have handy! It will be almost impossible to replicate this spice exactly as the orginal can contain up to 50 spices & very exotic ones such as rose petals, lavender, nigella & grains of paradise, but I have tried to incorporoate all the Traditional elements of this exotic mix, with spices that will be easily & readily available in most countries! Store it in an airtight & preferably dark tin/container, and in a cool & dry place; depending on the freshness of the spices you have used & your storage conditions, this should last for up to 6 months. You can buy this as Yellow or Red Ras-el-Hanout, I have made up the yellow version - it's the one I mainly use in my cooking! Please note - this is NOT a hot spice mix - but an aromatic & very fragrant one! If you want to "perk" it up a bit, add more cayenne pepper. I have added optional ingredients - spices which may be difficult to obtain, but if you have them, add them!! Would make a great gift too! Recipes that use Ras-el-Hanout are: Recipe #137530 Recipe #191946 and Recipe #176181

Provided by French Tart

Categories Moroccan

Time 10m

Yield 1 Jar, 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

Ingredients

3 teaspoons ground cinnamon
3 teaspoons ground cumin
3 teaspoons ground turmeric
2 teaspoons ground coriander
2 teaspoons ground ginger
2 teaspoons ground cardamom
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon ground cloves
1 teaspoon mace
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon ground celery seed
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 teaspoons cornflour
1 teaspoon dried crushed rose petal
1 teaspoon nigella seeds
1/2 teaspoon anise seed
1/4 teaspoon powdered saffron

Steps:

Mix all the spice together in a large bowl and store them in an airtight container.
Store in a cool and dry place.
Depending on the freshness of the spices used & the storage conditions, this spice mix should last for up to 6 months.
Use in all Moroccan & North African dishes such as Tagines & Couscous; I also use this spice in preserving - recipes to be posted!
N.B. The cornflour acts as a stabiliser for this spice mix.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 94, Fat 5.2, SaturatedFat 0.6, Sodium 31.2, Carbohydrate 12.4, Fiber 4.1, Sugar 0.4, Protein 3.9

Tips:

When making your own North African spice blend, start with a base of cumin, coriander, and paprika. These three spices are essential for capturing the flavor of North African cuisine.
Add other spices to your blend to taste. Some popular choices include chili powder, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves.
Toast your spices before using them. This will help to release their flavor and aroma.
Use your North African spice blend on chicken, lamb, beef, or fish. It can also be used to flavor vegetables, rice, and couscous.
Store your spice blend in a cool, dark place. It will keep for up to six months.

Conclusion:

North African cuisine is known for its bold and flavorful dishes. With the right spice blend, you can easily recreate these dishes at home. Experiment with different spices to find a blend that you love. You're sure to find that your North African spice blend becomes a staple in your kitchen.

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