Best 9 Ras El Hanout Moroccan Spice Mix Recipes

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Ras el hanout is a vibrant and aromatic Moroccan spice blend that adds a unique depth of flavor to a variety of dishes. This complex blend is a staple in Moroccan cuisine and is traditionally made with a combination of spices, including cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, ginger, cloves, cardamom, nutmeg, and mace. The exact composition of ras el hanout varies from region to region and from family to family, but the resulting spice mix is always flavorful and versatile. Whether you're using it to marinate meats, flavor tagines, or add a touch of warmth to soups and stews, ras el hanout is a culinary treasure that will add a touch of Moroccan magic to your cooking.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

RAS EL HANOUT - MOROCCAN SPICE MIX



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Ras el Hanout ( "top of the shop" ) is a spice mixture from Morocco that can contain anywhere from 10-100 different spices. After checking cookbooks & searching online I decided on this combination for this spice mix.

Provided by FDADELKARIM

Categories     Moroccan

Time 10m

Yield 8 tablespoons

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 teaspoons ground nutmeg
2 teaspoons ground coriander
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons ground ginger
2 teaspoons turmeric
2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons cinnamon
1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons paprika
1 1/2 teaspoons ground black pepper
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon cardamom powder
1 teaspoon ground allspice
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves

Steps:

  • Mix all the spices together.
  • Store in an airtight container.

EASY RAS EL HANOUT



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The famous Moroccan spice blend, ras el hanout, might include 30 or more ingredients. This recipe is simpler but still tasty and aromatic.

Provided by Christine Benlafquih

Categories     Spice Mix     Ingredient

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 teaspoons ground ginger
2 teaspoons ground cardamon
2 teaspoons ground mace
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground allspice
1 teaspoon ground coriander seeds
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground white pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground anise seeds
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • Place all of the spices into a bowl and stir to combine evenly.
  • Transfer the spice mix to a glass jar and store it in a dry, cool place away from heat and sunlight for up to six months. Enjoy it in your favorite meat, tagine, and stew recipes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 2 kcal, Carbohydrate 0 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Sodium 0 mg, Sugar 0 g, Fat 0 g, ServingSize 1/4 cup spice mix (36 servings), UnsaturatedFat 0 g

RAS EL HANOUT (MOROCCAN SPICE MIX)



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This is just one version of ras el hanout, which can be added to many Moroccan savoury dishes. I like crushing the toasted whole spices with a mortar & pestle. Relieves a lot of stress! Derived from a recipe I found on the net.

Provided by Tina and Dave

Categories     Moroccan

Time 15m

Yield 1/4 cup

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 teaspoon allspice berry
1 whole nutmeg
20 Spanish saffron threads
2 teaspoons black peppercorns
1 three-inch cinnamon stick
2 teaspoons cardamom seeds
1 1/2 teaspoons ground mace
2 teaspoons ground ginger
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon ground turmeric

Steps:

  • Put all the whole spices in a nonstick pan over medium-high heat and toast for 3-5 minutes stirring constantly. Your kitchen should start smelling wonderful!
  • Remove from heat and cool.
  • Grind the ingredients to a fine powder,using a mortar and pestle or a grinder,.
  • Sift to remove any unground bits.
  • Place in a tightly sealed container and store in a cool, dark place, or in the freezer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1066.1, Fat 30.7, SaturatedFat 9, Sodium 18671, Carbohydrate 212.7, Fiber 84.2, Sugar 7, Protein 32.4

MOROCCAN SPICE BLEND - RAS EL HANOUT



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Ras el Hanout means head of the shop and is a spice mix that can be found online and in many larger markets. It may contain as many as 100 spices and as few as 10. I make a base substitute from spices I have on hand in my own pantry. I make batches of about 1/3 cup that I can keep on hand for several recipes before I need to make more.

Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon ground coriander
1 tablespoon turmeric
1 tablespoon paprika
1 1/2 teaspoons freshly grated nutmeg
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground cardamom
1 teaspoon ground allspice
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves

Steps:

  • Combine the cumin, coriander, turmeric, paprika, nutmeg cinnamon, cardamom, allspice, cayenne pepper and ground cloves and store in an airtight container away from the heat for up to several months.

CLEAN EATING RAS EL HANOUT MOROCCAN SPICE MIX



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Make and share this Clean Eating Ras El Hanout Moroccan Spice Mix recipe from Food.com.

Provided by KateL

Categories     Moroccan

Time 3m

Yield 2 tablespoons

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon allspice
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients in small bowl until well blended.
  • Seal in an airtight container and store in a dark dry spot in the pantry. It will keep for up to a year.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 21.8, Fat 0.7, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 4.2, Carbohydrate 4.6, Fiber 2, Sugar 0.1, Protein 0.7

RAS EL HANOUT



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This spice mix is often called for in many Moroccan dishes.

Provided by NATHALIE1

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     African     North African     Moroccan

Time 5m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
¾ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¾ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
½ teaspoon ground white pepper
½ teaspoon ground coriander seed
½ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
½ teaspoon ground allspice
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
¼ teaspoon ground cloves

Steps:

  • Mix salt, cumin, ginger, turmeric, cinnamon, black pepper, white pepper, coriander, cayenne pepper, allspice, nutmeg, and cloves in a small bowl until evenly blended. Store in an airtight container up to 1 month.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 4.4 calories, Carbohydrate 0.8 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 0.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 194.5 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

MOROCCAN RAS EL HANOUT SPICE MIX



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A quick and easy spice mix for Ras el Hanout. Very rich sweet flavours with pungent aroma. Where possible try and grind your own fresh spices, its very simple and you only need a small mortar and pestle. :-) Yield will be enough be for 4 to 6 large stews but will very depending on recipe,

Provided by Paella Pete

Categories     Moroccan

Time 10m

Yield 4-6 stews

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon salt (ideally sea salt)
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon fresh coarse ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
3/4 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon star anise
1/4 teaspoon clove (well ground)
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon allspice

Steps:

  • Grind peppercorns, coriander seeds and star anise. Mix all ingredients in a small bowl (or cup) until well mixed. Mix will keep for a little over a month. Tip: place some cling film directly over the mix to keep it fresher!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 15.6, Fat 0.7, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 583.8, Carbohydrate 2.7, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 0.2, Protein 0.5

RAS EL HANOUT SPICE MIX



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A North African medley of fragrant spices to be used in tagines, as a marinade and much more - add rose petals for extra authenticity

Provided by Cassie Best

Categories     Condiment, Dinner

Time 5m

Yield Makes 1 small jar

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 ½ tbsp cumin seed
2 tbsp coriander seed
1 tbsp ground cinnamon or 1 cinnamon stick
2 tsp ground ginger
2 tsp black peppercorn
1 tsp ground turmeric
½ tsp cardamom pod (seeds from about 10 pods)
a good pinch of saffron (optional)

Steps:

  • Toast the whole spices in a small pan until they are aromatic and have turned a shade or two darker. Don't be tempted to skip this stage, as it really enhances the flavours.
  • Tip into a spice grinder (or use a pestle and mortar), then add the ready-ground spices and dried herbs if required, and crush to a fine powder. Store in a sealed jar for up to six months.

RAS EL HANOUT - MOROCCAN SPICE MIX FROM VEGETARIAN TIMES



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Entered for safe-keeping. From June 2012 Vegetarian Times. Yet another version of this spice best known as seasoning in Moroccan couscous, as you will have to experiment to find your favorite version to suit your taste preference and spice availability. Compared to my Recipe #374781 #374781, this version has much less cinnamon, and a lot more ground coriander, and it uses smoked paprika. Ras El Hanout can contain up to 50 different spices and vary in heat and intensity. VT said its version is mild and simplified, yet full of flavor.

Provided by KateL

Categories     Moroccan

Time 5m

Yield 1/4 cup

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 teaspoons smoked paprika
1 1/2 teaspoons ground coriander
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in small bowl. Store in airtight container.

Tips:

  • When making Ras el Hanout, it's important to use fresh, high-quality spices. This will ensure that the spice blend is flavorful and aromatic.
  • Toast the spices before grinding them. This will help to release their flavor and aroma.
  • Store Ras el Hanout in an airtight container in a cool, dark place. This will help to preserve its flavor and aroma for up to six months.
  • Use Ras el Hanout in a variety of dishes, such as tagines, stews, soups, and grilled meats.
  • Experiment with different proportions of spices to create your own unique blend of Ras el Hanout.

Conclusion:

Ras el Hanout is a versatile and flavorful spice blend that can be used in a variety of dishes. It's a great way to add depth and complexity to your cooking. Whether you're using it in a tagine, stew, soup, or grilled meat, Ras el Hanout is sure to add a delicious touch of Moroccan flavor.

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