Ras el Hanout, meaning “head of the shop” in Arabic, is a traditional spice blend in North African countries. While each spice shop, cook, or family may have their own blend of preferred spices, below is an easy starting point for mixing your own Ras el Hanout. Feel free to add or subtract to match your families favorite flavors.
Ras El Hanout
- 1 1/2 teaspoons coriander seeds
- 3/4 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed chili flakes
- 1 1/4 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
All the above spices can be found in most stores bulk spice sections- a great way to save money and packaging!