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    Home > Recipes > Seasonings and Spices

    Moroccan Seasoning

    Published: Sep 9, 2019 · Modified: Mar 15, 2022 · by Jess Smith · Jump to Recipe · 6 Comments · This post may contain affiliate links.

    Moroccan Seasoning
    Moroccan Seasoning in a small white ramekin
    Moroccan Seasoning

    Moroccan Seasoning in a small white ramekin

    This unique and exotic Moroccan Seasoning (also called Ras El Hanout) is a great addition to beef, lamb, chicken or to any vegetables. Add pita bread and hummus on the side for a fun and richly flavorful meal. 

    I only recently discovered this unique spice blend that makes everything (well...almost everything) taste amazing. My first bite of chicken seasoned with Ras El Hanout was a revelation. It brought back all the unexpected flavors of the Moroccan restaurant I loved when I lived in Washington, D.C. where we ate whole chickens on beautiful gold platters and sat on cozy couches lined with brightly colored pillows. 

    The seasoning uses basic pantry staples but what makes it so unique is the addition of a few spices that you most likely use in baking. Adding these spices to savory dishes is an absolute revelation and makes the kitchen smell absolutely divine. Here’s how it’s done:

    mixing spices in a small wooden bowl

    Ingredients for Moroccan Seasoning (Ras El Hanout)

    Moroccan Seasoning / Ras El Hanout is a combination of ground cumin, paprika, ground coriander, ground turmeric, ground allspice, ground cloves, ground ginger, and ground cinnamon. Because it uses many different spices it’s tempting to skip one or two (which you can certainly do), but the combination of these flavors really makes the seasoning shine. 

    It’s up to you if you’d like to add salt and pepper to this seasoning mix. If you prefer, you can make and store the seasoning without these - just be sure to add them later when you use the seasoning in a recipe.

    spices in a small wooden bowl

    Ways to Use Moroccan Seasoning

    • Rubbed on Seared or Grilled Meats (lamb, beef, chicken)
    • Sprinkled on flatbreads
    • Meatballs
    • Roasted or grilled vegetables
    • In Homemade Shawarma (recipe coming tomorrow!)

    Adding Salt to Seasoning / Spice Mixes

    It is not necessary to add salt when making your own seasoning or spice blends. The benefit of making seasoning and spice blends yourself is that you can control the ingredients, so this is a great option if you’re trying to limit the amount of salt in your diet. 

    Keep in mind that salt brings out the flavor of the spices and herbs, so whether you add salt to your seasoning when you make it or not, be sure to taste when you cook with it later and add salt to the dish as needed.

    Recipes that Use Moroccan Seasoning

    • Sheet Pan Chicken Shawarma

    Favorite Tools

    • Ball 4-oz mason jars (set of 24)

    📖 Recipe

    Moroccan Seasoning in a small white ramekin
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    4.16 from 26 votes

    Moroccan Seasoning (Ras-el-Hanout)

    This unique and exotic Moroccan Seasoning (also called Ras El Hanout) is a great addition to beef, lamb, chicken or to any vegetables. Add pita bread and hummus on the side for a fun and richly flavorful meal.
    Makes 2 ½ teaspoon - enough for a recipe that will serve 4 (use the slider below adjust).
    Prep Time4 minutes mins
    Cuisine: Moroccan
    Keyword: DIY seasoning, Homemade seasoning, Moroccan recipe
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 5kcal
    Author: Jess Smith via Inquiring Chef
    Cost: $.50

    Equipment

    • 4 oz Mason Jars

    Ingredients

    • ½ teaspoon Ground Cumin
    • ½ teaspoon Paprika
    • ½ teaspoon Ground Coriander
    • ¼ teaspoon Ground Turmeric
    • ¼ teaspoon Ground Allspice
    • ¼ teaspoon Ground Cloves
    • ¼ teaspoon Ground Ginger
    • ¼ teaspoon Cinnamon
    • ½ teaspoon Salt (optional; see note)
    • ¼ teaspoon Ground Black Pepper (optional; see note)

    Instructions

    • Combine all ingredients in an airtight container.
    • Seasoning blends will taste best if used within 6 months (but most can be safely stored in a cool, dry place for up to a year).

    Notes

    Serving size: This recipe makes enough to season 1 lb. of meat or any dish that will serve 4 people. Want to make a big batch? Use the handy slider next to “servings” above to customize the measurements.
    Storage: A glass or plastic container saved from store-bought spices works great for storing your own seasoning blends. I have been using 4-oz mason jars for all of my spices and seasoning blends for nearly a decade. It’s inexpensive and looks super organized.
    Salt and Black Pepper: It’s up to you if you’d like to add salt and pepper to this seasoning mix. If you prefer, you can make and store the seasoning without these - just be sure to add them later when you use the seasoning in a recipe.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 5kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 292mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 142IU | Iron: 1mg

    *This post contains affiliate links*

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    About Jess

    Hi! I'm Jess. I am the recipe creator and photographer behind the 900+ recipes you’ll find on Inquiring Chef. As a mom to three young kids and professional cook, my mission is to make every moment in the kitchen and around the table count. If you’re looking for easy, flavorful, family-approved recipes, you’ve come to the right place! Learn more about me here.

    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Margaret levey

      May 15, 2021 at 4:50 am

      Where is the slider? I want to make a batch.

      Reply
      • Jess Smith

        May 15, 2021 at 8:17 am

        Hi Margaret - just click on the number next to "servings" and the slider will pop up.

        Reply
      • Jay McKenzie

        October 30, 2021 at 3:56 pm

        Hi
        I'm cooking a lamb rack and I'm going to put this beautiful rub all over it
        Should I cover the lamb with foil while I cook it in the oven or cook it without the foil??

        Reply
        • Jess Smith

          November 02, 2021 at 11:58 am

          I would cook it without the foil - that will encourage browning and will toast the spices nicely!

          Reply
    2. Chad

      April 28, 2023 at 6:47 pm

      5 stars
      Unfortunately I didn't have allspice nor ginger powder. I used the seasoning to make apricot chicken and it was amazing. My father, who has become a food snob toward anything that's not Cantonese food, loved the apricot chicken. I was shocked by the compliment.

      Will definitely be adding in the other spices and will use your recipe to make Moroccan seasoning again. Many thanks!

      Reply
      • Jess Smith

        April 30, 2023 at 8:59 am

        I'm so happy to hear this! Thanks for letting me know.

        Reply

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