Ras El Hanout, often translated as "head of the shop," represents a spice merchant's finest offering. This blend is a treasure trove of flavors, featuring a mild, savory base with peaks of sharp pepper and swirls of floral ether.
History
Ras El Hanout hails from North Africa, particularly Morocco, where it has been a cornerstone in kitchens for centuries. This blend is not just a spice mix; it's a reflection of Moroccan culture and culinary expertise. Historically, each shop's blend would be unique, often containing secret ingredients that gave it a distinctive character. The blend was used traditionally in a variety of dishes, from tagines to couscous, infusing meals with a depth of flavor that is both complex and harmoniously balanced.
Across different regions, the composition of Ras El Hanout can vary significantly, with some versions including over 30 spices. This variability showcases the personal touch of the spice blender, making each version a unique reflection of personal taste and regional flavor profiles.
Why We Love It
It's our go-to blend for elevating simple dishes into flavorful creations. Whether we're roasting vegetables, spicing up a stew, or even adding a twist to fruit pies, Ras El Hanout brings a touch of Moroccan magic to our meals. Its versatility and depth of flavor make it indispensable in our spice cabinet.
The More You Know
Did you know Ras El Hanout sometimes includes as many as 30 different spices? Each blend is unique to the vendor, making it a mysterious and exciting spice mix to explore. Beyond its culinary uses, Ras El Hanout has been a symbol of wealth and status in Moroccan culture, often used in dishes during significant celebrations to impress guests with its luxurious and complex flavor profile.
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Customer Reviews
Overall rating: 4.9 / 5 from 25 reviews.
Ras El Hanout is a perfectly rounded out flavored spice for adding to potatoes or chicken. It is flavorful without being over-bearing. It smells amazing.
Annette V.5/5Verified
My absolute favorite blend, I use it on everything! Try it on your morning eggs or late night popcorn!
Nicole K.5/5Verified
This has become a pantry staple. Particularly good for making a savory porridge. Oatmeal using beef broth (Better Than Bullion) with a dash of Worcestershire sauce, a dash of soy sauce, and the Ras El Hanout.
Christopher W.5/5Verified
Love it on a savory porridge. Oatmeal made with beef broth (better than bullion), a dash of soy sauce, a dash of Worcestershire sauce, and a good dose Ras El Harnout.
Christopher W.5/5Verified
Lovely free sample! Perfect for dips and sauces!
Christine M.5/5Verified
Happy coincidence that I found a soup to use this in right after my sample arrived. Wonderful flavor. Must get more.
Krys B.4/5Verified
Ras al Hanout had become a staple in my kitchen. So good on roasted sweet potatoes!
Cyra H.5/5Verified
Love it!
Justin E.5/5Verified
One of my favorite spice blends that absolutely elevates any Moroccan dish to a new level. This blend from World Spice is a winner!
Wayne J.5/5Verified
I have made this salad from your website at least 3 times over the holiday season for the last 8 years (I use quinoa) This Ras el Hanout blend is the best! Try this salad! you will love it! https://worldspice.com/blogs/recipes/kale-tabbouleh-with-ras-el-hanout-dressing?_pos=2&_sid=9fed07d53&_ss=r
Terri T.5/5Verified
I love this spice blend and am addicted. I use it at least once a week!
Erika P.5/5Verified
So delicious! Made a roasted pork loin with some and it was amazing!! Warm spice flavor…paired with my signature mustard mash potatoes and corn-creamed swiss chard.
Anna-marie M.5/5Verified
Different but good
Judy D.4/5Verified
Unmatched freshness of all your spices! Thank you for your commitment to superb quality always!
Sylvia P.5/5Verified
Perfect for my moroccan spice chicken on a cold and stormy night
Sean R.5/5Verified
The best Ras El Hanout available in my opinion. The Kale and Pomegranate salad recipe on the website has been one of the stars on my holiday table for years.
Terri T.5/5Verified
Been a lover of the world spice Ras El hanout for a long time!
Jason P.5/5Verified
World Spice's Ras El-Hanout is just about my favorite spice blend- perfect for everything from grilled lamb to roasted Japanese sweet potatoes. It is way better than so many other Ras El-Hanout blends- just the right combo of warm spice and floral flavors. Love it.
Ted H.5/5Verified
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Beverly S.4/5Verified
Fabulous in chili! I let the kids help choose seasonings for a pot of chili, and after sniffing everything I had, this is what they went with. Y'all, it is incredible. Subtle, even mild heat, lovely floral notes, complex background flavor. This is going to be a repeat. Make sure you have a grinder though, some of the ingredients are pretty chunky.
Catherine C.5/5Verified
You should get this! Makes the best shashouka flavor!
Keta N.5/5Verified
Versatile and Delicious Ras El Hanout is my go to spice for roasted sweet potatoes and any kind of hearty root vegetable. Complex and delightful.
Cyra H.5/5Verified
We either grow our own herbs or buy them from world spice. The uncompromising quality and fresh flavors from around the globe keep us coming back. Thank you, keep it up! We order all of our rubs and a few other dry spices whenever we run out.
Nathan M.5/5Verified
A permanent spot in my spice draw. An absolute must for North African Tagines. Work’s fantastic with Lamb, chicken, game birds or vegetables. The best Ras el Hanout blend I have tasted.
Trevor S.5/5Verified
Fantastic! I recently got married and one of our cakes featured Ras El Hanout. We did a Ras El Hanout sponge, topped with a tamarind buttercream. Ras is one of my favorite ways to incorporate savory baking into my life. One of my regular meals are Ras El Hanout Pancakes with pecans and blueberries. I couldn't imagine life without it!
Nicole G.5/5Verified
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