Ras El Hanout

The king of spice mixes, this Moroccan curry-like mix has a delicious and subtle flavor. Use in tajines, grilled or fried meats, and soups. It is also great with cooked vegetables.

• Ready In: 10 mins
• Yields: 10 tablespoons

Ingredients

• 3  tablespoons paprika
• 2 1⁄2 tablespoons cumin
• 2 1⁄2 tablespoons ginger
• 4  teaspoons  coriander
• 2  teaspoons cinnamon (cassia variety)
• 2  teaspoons turmeric
• 1 1⁄2 teaspoons fennel
• 1 1⁄2 teaspoons cardamom
• 1 1⁄4 teaspoons allspice
• 1 1⁄4 teaspoons  dill seeds
• 1 1⁄4 teaspoons galangal
• 1 1⁄4 teaspoons  lavender
• 1 1⁄4 teaspoons nutmeg
• 1⁄2 teaspoon bay leaf
• 1⁄2 teaspoon caraway seed
• 1⁄2 teaspoon cayenne
• 1⁄2 teaspoon clove
• 1⁄2 teaspoon  cubeb pepper (or black pepper if you are unable to find cubeb)
• 1⁄2 teaspoon mace
• 1⁄2 teaspoon  brown cardamom
• 35  saffron strands, stigmas

Directions

1. Grind all ingredients and combine.
2. store in an airtight container in a cool, dark place.