Ras El Hanout | Homemade Moroccoan Spices (2024)

I call Ras El Hanout the Moroccan version of Indian Garam Masala--a ubiquitous spice blend that can be used on meats and vegetables to grill, braise, stew, or air fry.

Why You'll Love This Spice Blend

There are probably as many Ras El Hanout recipes as there are people who make them. Much like Indian Garam Masala, families have their own ways of making Ras Al Hanout.

Here's why you'll love my blend the most:

• Fast. Ready in under 30 minutes.
• Easy. A simple no cook recipe. Just combine this list of amazingly flavorful and unique spices and store them for use in a variety of recipes.
• Flavorful. Gives a Moroccan flair to a variety of dishes.
• Versatile. Can be used in any side dish or main course, from protein to vegetables.

What Is Ras El Hanout

It is a blend of the best spices in the house--sort of like ordering a Top Shelf Margarita. It means "head of the shop" or the best spices available.

What Do You Use It For?

Ras el Hanoutis a spice blend, that combines aromatic spices and sweet spices into one melange that keeps you from reaching for over a dozen different spices when you cook.

You can use it in marinades, as a rub, and as a seasoning in many dishes like stews and tajines. I also use it to air fry vegetables.

What Does It Taste Like?

This Ras El Hanout recipe has a little bit of flavor for everyone. It is sweet, bitter, tangy, and spicy--but not heat spicy. It just has a powerful spiced flavor that enhances the natural essence of anything it is served with.

What Is Ras El Hanout Made Of?

Yes, I know this is a LONG list of spices, but the payoff for mixing them up in bulk far outweighs opening up all of those spice jars time after time for recipes that use this amazingly flavorful spice blend.

• Ground Cumin
• Ground Coriander
• Ground Ginger
• Cayenne Pepper
• Turmeric
• Smoked Paprika
• Kosher Salt- If you're watching your sodium intake and prefer to monitor exact amounts at each meal, you can leave it out and salt the dish as needed in addition to this spice blend.
• Ground Black Pepper
• Ground Cinnamon
• Ground Allspice
• Ground Cloves
• Ground Nutmeg
• Ground Cardamom
• Saffron Strands- These can be rather expensive, so feel free to omit them if you don't keep them in your spice cabinet.

How To Make Ras El Hanout

This recipe has one step. It's so simple I feel like it's silly to even take the time to write it down, but here you go:

1. Mix together all ground spices.

Yep, that's it. Measure out all of the spices in a bowl, mix them together thoroughly, and store your Ras Al Hanout in an empty spice jar.

How Long Does It Last?

Let me tell you that if I'm going to open up that many spice jars, to create a unique spice blend, it's going to be worth my time.

For the freshest Ras El Hanout blend, store it in an airtight spice container and use it within 4-6 weeks.

More Homemade Spice Mixes

• Egyptian Dukkah
• Lebanese 7 Spice
• Cajun Spice Mix
• Sambhar Masala
• Kafta Kabab Spice Mix
• Ras Al Hanout Spice
• Shawarma Spice Mix
• Dry Sesame Garlic Chutney
• Ethiopian Berbere
• Maharash Trian Goda Masala
• Garama Masala
• Punjabi Garam Masala

See Also

The Ultimate Guide to SpicesItalian Vegetable Stew with Sausage (Keto and Low Carb) • Low Carb with JenniferBrownie Cookies RecipeVegan Carrot Ginger Soup

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