Ras el Hanout

Ingredients

• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 1 tsp ground ginger
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp ground allspice
• 1/2 tsp ground cardamom
• 1/2 tsp ground cumin
• 1/2 tsp Spanish paprika
• 1/2 tsp turmeric
• 1/2 tsp freshly ground pepper
• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
• 1/4 tsp nutmeg
• Pinch saffron threads

Directions

1. Combine ground coriander and ground ginger. Add cinnamon, allspice, cardamom, cumin, Spanish paprika, turmeric and freshly ground pepper. Add cayenne pepper and nutmeg. Add a pinch of saffron threads, if desired. Store in an airtight container in a cool dry place. Use as directed in recipe or as a rub on pork, lamb or chicken.