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Small Batch, Grand Flavor • Est. 1995

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Summary

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 exotic 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 exotic 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.

Recipes

    Moroccan Chicken Salad

    Moroccan Chicken Salad

    1 hr, 5 min

    Discover the delectable flavors of our Middle Eastern Chicken Salad, featuring our beloved Cascade Mushroom Mix. Infusing the marinade with this mix was a game-changer, intensifying the umami goodness and making the chicken irresistibly "meatier". In this salad, we combine the mushroom mix with exotic Moroccan Ras El Hanout, creating a sweet, spicy, and complex medley. With the addition of grapes, pears, and walnuts, this dish becomes a delightful option for a satisfying lunch or a light supper.

    Pancakes in the Wild

    Pancakes in the Wild

    These pancakes are so good you'll want to enjoy them for more than just breakfast. In our family they began showing up at lunch, and for potlucks and then camping trips so they became "pancakes in the wild". Created by one of the the best Moms we know - here is their story:"Imagine a little boy who never stops moving. Even when standing still he is bouncing. He's a little engine that needs constant fuel and yet is mysteriously never hungry, won’t sit down to eat, and will then melt down from low or spiking blood sugar. Add a couple of diagnoses to that mix and you have my son, age 8.""He loves pancakes, and who doesn’t? One very smart doctor, who was also a mom, advised me to try to hide more nutritious foods inside the foods he likes. Oh, and did I mention he only will eat one food item at a time? Hot dogs, and nothing else, for days. Tortellini, and nothing else, for days.""So pancakes. I started with a regular pancake and little by little, so invisibly he didn’t notice, I morphed that pancake into a tasty bundle of protein and slow burning energy for him. Inflammation inhibits executive function. With this in mind, I started with the Gluten-Free mix to try to reduce any inflammation in the body that wheat might be causing. Next, I doubled the number of eggs. Eggs are brain food and protein! Then I used whole milk for calories, calcium, and more protein — a perfect slow burning fuel. Instead of butter, I opted for coconut oil, another brain food, and most importantly the almond flour. Nuts are rich with good oils and protein. They help hold down those blood sugar spikes that result in crashes.""As a result, I ended up creating a beloved family recipe. My son has been triumphantly devouring these pancakes for the past ten years! I tried more and more almond flour but there comes a point when they become too nutty tasting for him. Try working out your own favorite proportions. You can also thin the batter for a more crepe-like result and spread it with nut butter, apple butter or, best of all, Nutella (my daughter’s favorite)."A few pro tips:- For busy (or lazy LOL) parents, you can mix a big batch and keep in the fridge for several days. Just add a little more liquid each time so the batter softens up and you're good to go!- When you make a batch, make a few extra to have on hand as grab and go snacks for hiking or packing lunchboxes.- And for the campers and picnic-ers, mix the dry ingredients in a bowl with a lid and the wet ingredients in a mason jar and you’re set to go. Put the coconut oil in a tiny mason jar and you can use it to hold any bacon grease (if you go full classic American breakfast).

    Ras El Hanout Cherry Pie

    Ras El Hanout Cherry Pie

    It pays to think outside the π because some unexpected combinations just work! Our house blended Ras El Hanout is a beautifully eccentric medley and it plays delightfully in fruit desserts. This rustic recipe doesn't require a pre-cook of the filling. Just toss the filling ingredients together ahead of time to allow the juice from the cherries to infuse with the Ras El Hanout, allowing the flavors to truly blossom. Vodka in the pie dough? Believe it or not, adding vodka helps the pie become more pliable and workable without becoming tougher. Unlike water, vodka doesn't encourage the formation of gluten so the crust stays flakey and light. As lovers of spice we've used a heavy hand on the flavor here, so enjoy!

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Notes

Type
Handcrafted Blend
Flavor Notes
Sweet • Warm • Floral
Region
Africa
Ingredients
Vietnamese Black Peppercorn, Nutmeg, Cumin, Hungarian Paprika, Indian Coriander, Jamaican Allspice, Grains of Paradise, Ginger Powder, Nigella Seed, Caraway Seed, Indonesian Cinnamon, True Cinnamon, Roses, Brown Mustard Seed, Anise Seed, Mace, Turmeric, Long Pepper, Chamomile, Fenugreek Seed, Cardamom Seed, Cloves, India Red Chile Flake, Lavender
Established 1995
Small Batch
Filler-Free
Vegan
Gluten-Free
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