African spices
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I don't include salt in my recipe because I find it easier to season a dish if my spice mix is unsalted (so I know how much salt I need to add). However, feel free to add salt to this mix if you prefer.
21 ingredients
Produce
- 2 Bay leaves, dried
- 1 tbsp Coriander, ground
- 1 tsp Culinary-grade dried lavender buds, organic
- 1 tbsp Ginger, ground
Baking & Spices
- 2 tsp Allspice, ground
- 3/4 tsp Anise seed, ground
- 2 tsp Black pepper, ground
- 1 1/2 tsp Cardamom, ground
- 1/2 tsp Cayenne pepper, ground
- 2 tsp Chili powder, ground
- 2 tsp Cinnamon, ground
- 1/2 tsp Cloves, ground
- 3/4 tsp Fennel seed, ground
- 1/2 tsp Fenugreek, ground
- 1 1/2 tsp Mace, ground
- 1 1/2 tsp Nutmeg, ground
- 2 tsp Paprika, ground
- 2 tsp Turmeric, ground
Nuts & Seeds
- 2 tsp Cumin, ground
Beer, Wine & Liquor
- 1 tbsp Culinary-grade dried rose petals, organic
Other
- 1½ teaspoons ground orris root

Zoë Nahum saved to Colour; Uses & Meanings
46 · 35 minutes · This post may contain affiliate links, please see our privacy policy for details This slow-cooked African Beef Stew is just the perfect hearty, cozy dinner to make when you are craving comfort food. Healthy ingredients such as garlic, ginger, tomatoes, cabbage, carrots and the two basics stew beef and potatoes make this African beef stew the most satisfying meal. the ethnic spices for African stew For the flavour, African spices such as curry powder, paprika, cinnamon and black pepper give…
17 ingredients
Meat
- 2 lb Stewing beef
Produce
- 2 inches 2 tbsp. minced ginger
- 1 Bell pepper, yellow or orange
- 4 Carrots, medium
- 4 Garlic cloves
- 2 cups Green cabbage
- 4 Potatoes, medium
- 2 Tomatoes, large
- 1 Yellow onion, large
Canned Goods
- 1 can Coconut milk
- 3 tbsp Tomato paste, pure
Baking & Spices
- 1 tsp Black pepper, GF ground
- 1/2 tsp Cinnamon, GF ground
- 2 tbsp Curry powder, GF
- 1 tbsp Paprika, GF
- 1 Sea salt
Oils & Vinegars
- 2 tbsp Coconut oil

Jenna Lillyan saved to yummy in my tummy.
This ras el hanout recipe combines warm and smoky flavors, with a bit of spicy heat. Make this recipe to add flavor to North African recipes.
Suya spice also known as Yaji Spice is a very popular spice where I come from. Living in diaspora has necessitated this Homemade Suya Spice blend.
How to use Ras el Hanout - tips, tricks, and inspiration for this unique North African spice blend. These are our favorite Ras el Hanout recipes.
Michelle saved to Recipes to Cook
Ras el hanout is a mixture which often includes up to 40 different spices, while some blends claim to include over 100. Literally translated, ras el hanout means top of the shop, suggesting that the spice blend is the best and finest thing a consumer can buy from the merchants.

TasteAtlas saved to SPICE BLENDS ANATOMY
Ras El Hanout is a common spice mixture in Moroccan food. It's warm, spicy, and pairs wonderfully with honey and dried fruit, which is an often used combo when cooking Moroccan food. it's easy to make your own and a wonderful addition to most meals.
13 ingredients
Produce
- 1/2 tsp Coriander, Ground
- 1 tsp Ginger, Ground
Baking & Spices
- 1/2 tsp All spice, Ground
- 3/4 tsp Black pepper, Ground
- 1/2 tsp Cardamom, Ground
- 1/2 tsp Cayenne pepper, Ground
- 1 tsp Cinnamon, Ground
- 1/4 tsp Clove, Ground
- 1/2 tsp Nutmeg, Ground
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Turmeric, Ground
- 3/4 tsp White pepper, Ground
Nuts & Seeds
- 1 tsp Cumin, Ground
Bizy Ech saved to Spice World
Which spices go well together? Which herbs taste best with which ingredients? Here, you'll find a flavor pairing guide to help you get creative in the kitchen and create delicious dishes, including unusual and international spices.
Karunadesai saved to recipe