**Discover Ras el Hanout, the Moroccan Spice Blend That Will Transform Your Cooking**
Embark on a culinary journey to Morocco with Ras el Hanout, a captivating spice blend that holds a special place in Moroccan cuisine. This harmonious blend of aromatic spices, including cumin, coriander, cardamom, nutmeg, ginger, and paprika, tantalizes the senses and adds a layer of warmth and complexity to any dish. Unlock the secrets of this magical blend through our curated collection of recipes, ranging from traditional Moroccan tagines and stews to contemporary dishes infused with Ras el Hanout's unique flavor profile. Let your taste buds experience the vibrant and exotic flavors of Morocco with each bite.
MOROCCAN BAKED CHICKEN THIGHS
There are a million-and-one ways to bake chicken thighs, but a simple Moroccan spice blend definitely "spices" things up.
Provided by Kate Bennert
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 °F
- For the spice mix: Toast the coriander and cumin seeds in a small skillet until golden and fragrant
- Remove to a spice grinder and let cool
- To the spice grinder add the crushed red pepper flakes and coarse black pepper
- Process in the spice grinder until well ground and blended
- Remove to a small bowl and add the rest of the ingredients for the spice mix
- This can be stored in an airtight container for future use as you will not need it all for one dinner
- Remove the chicken thighs from their packaging and pat dry with paper towels
- Season liberally with salt and let come up to room temperature (about 20 minutes)
- Meanwhile, mix 1 tablespoon of the spice mix with the date syrup or honey and the EVOO
- In a foil-lined rimmed baking sheet, toss the chicken thighs and onions with the spice mixture and spread out evenly with the skin up
- Sprinkle lightly with a little more of the spice mix
- Bake until browned, 25 to 30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 °F
- (Check the chicken after 20 minutes, if it seems like the skin might be getting too dark, tent with foil or turn the oven down to 350 °F for the remainder of the cooking time
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FRENCH DIP SANDWICHES
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large, shallow skillet over moderate heat, melt butter. Add shallots to butter and saute 2 minutes. Add flour to butter and shallot and cook a minute longer. Whisk in sherry and cook liquid out. Whisk in consomme in a slow stream. Bring sauce to a bubble and allow to simmer over low heat until ready to serve sandwiches.
- Pile meat loosely across your cutting board or a large work surface. Season meat with grill seasoning or salt and black pepper. Set out 4 ramekins or small soup cups for dipping sauce, 4 dinner plates and 4 split torpedo rolls. To assemble, using a pair of kitchen tongs, dip meat into loose au jus sauce and pile into rolls. Set ramekins or cups with extra dipping sauce along side the sandwiches.
RAS EL HANOUT A MOROCCAN SPICE BLEND BY RACHAEL RAY
Make and share this Ras El Hanout a Moroccan Spice Blend by Rachael Ray recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Miss Fannie
Categories High Fiber
Time 5m
Yield 1/3 cup, 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Combine the cumin, coriander, turmeric, paprika, nutmeg cinnamon, cardamom, allspice, cayenne pepper and ground cloves and store in an airtight container away from the heat for up to several months.
RAS EL HANOUT - MOROCCAN SPICE MIX
Ras el Hanout ( "top of the shop" ) is a spice mixture from Morocco that can contain anywhere from 10-100 different spices. After checking cookbooks & searching online I decided on this combination for this spice mix.
Provided by FDADELKARIM
Categories Moroccan
Time 10m
Yield 8 tablespoons
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Mix all the spices together.
- Store in an airtight container.
RAS-EL-HANOUT (MOROCCAN SPICE BLEND)
Makes just about 1/4 cup (?) needed to complete recipe#230031 and thought you might be able to use it too. Posted for ZWT3
Provided by Julie Bs Hive
Categories Spanish
Time 5m
Yield 1/4 cup
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Using a mortar and pestle or a spice grinder, reduce the ingredients to a fine powder. Sift to remove fibrous elements. Place in a tightly sealed container and store in a cool, dark place, or in the freezer.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 340.2, Fat 13.8, SaturatedFat 6.6, Sodium 18640.2, Carbohydrate 60.2, Fiber 23.1, Sugar 6.1, Protein 7.3
Tips:
- Start with a good quality spice blend. You can find ras el hanout at most grocery stores or online.
- Toast the spices before using them to release their full flavor.
- Use a light hand with the spices. A little goes a long way.
- Experiment with different combinations of spices to find your perfect blend.
- Store ras el hanout in an airtight container in a cool, dark place.
Conclusion:
Ras el hanout is a versatile spice blend that can be used to add flavor to a variety of dishes. It is especially popular in Moroccan cuisine, but it can also be used in dishes from other regions. With its complex and aromatic flavor, ras el hanout is sure to add a touch of excitement to your next meal.
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