Ras el Hanout Spice Blend

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Source: America's Test Kitchen.

Ras el hanout · Moroccan

A warm blend of paprika, coriander, cumin, cinnamon, cardamom, nutmeg, cloves and cayenne with a touch of sugar and salt.

Prep5 min
Cook0 min
Total5 min
DifficultyEasy
Per serving6 kcal
FreeDairy-freeVegetarianVegan
Servings24Recipe makes 24
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Allergens (EU 14)
GlutenCrustaceansEggsFishPeanutsSoybeansMilkTree nutsCeleryMustardSesameSulphitesLupinMolluscs

Based on the listed ingredients, none of the 14 major EU allergens. Always check product labels.

Method

  1. 1

    Measure. Put all the ground spices, the sugar and the salt into the small bowl.

  2. 2

    Mix. Stir thoroughly, pressing out any lumps of sugar, until the colour is even.

  3. 3

    Store. Spoon into a small airtight jar and seal.

  4. 4

    Use. Rub about 1 tsp per 150 g over chicken, lamb or vegetables before roasting, or stir into tagines and stews.

Storage

Keep in a sealed jar in a cool, dark cupboard for up to 3 months.

Free sugars

Sugar (daily guide)

0.3 g per serving

0.6 % of the 50 g daily maximum · 1.2 % of the ideal 25 g

Free sugars under 50 g a day, ideally about 25 g, based on WHO free-sugar guidance (not endorsed by WHO). The share shown is the share of one serving. WHO

Equipment

  • measuring spoons
  • small bowl
  • spoon
  • small airtight jar

Nutrition per serving Calculated from USDA FoodData Central

Per servingAmount
Energy6 kcal
Protein0.2 g
Carbohydrate1.2 g
of which sugars0.4 g
of which free sugars0.3 g
Fat0.2 g
of which saturates0 g
Fibre0.5 g
Salt0.12 g

Protein per 100 kcal

3.3 g High protein needs ≥ 5 g per 100 kcal (20% of energy) and ≥ 10 g per serving

Calculated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient values