Ras el hanout spice mix
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Ingredients for - Ras el hanout spice mix

1. 2 ½ tbsp cumin seed -
2. 2 tbsp coriander seed -
3. 1 tbsp ground cinnamon or 1 cinnamon stick -
4. 2 tsp ground ginger -
5. 2 tsp black peppercorn -
6. 1 tsp ground turmeric -
7. ½ tsp cardamom pod (seeds from about 10 pods) -
8. a good pinch of saffron (optional) -

How to cook deliciously - Ras el hanout spice mix

1. Stage

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.

2. Stage

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.