ras el hanout spice blend Actions Share Share Share to social media Facebook X URL https://www.britannica.com/topic/ras-el-hanout Share Share Share to social media Facebook X URL https://www.britannica.com/topic/ras-el-hanout Also known as: raʾs al-ḥānūt Written by Kelly Gisonna Kelly Gisonna Fact-checked by The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica Encyclopaedia Britannica's editors oversee subject areas in which they have extensive knowledge, whether from years of experience gained by working on that content or via study for an advanced degree. They write new content and verify and edit content received from contributors. The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica Last Updated: Aug 28, 2024 • Article History Table of Contents Arabic: raʾs al-ḥānūt (Show more) ras el hanout, versatile and aromatic spice blend used in North African cuisine. Recipes vary widely, but the mixture can consist of dozens of spices in varying amounts to strike a balance between earthy, bitter, spicy, and sweet flavors. Blends commonly include anise, cardamom, cinnamon, clove, ginger, mace, nutmeg, paprika, and turmeric. The heat level can be controlled by which type of chili pepper or black peppercorn is selected for the mixture and their portion sizes. Other common additions are allspice, caraway, fenugreek, and fennel. Some blends may include more exotic additions, such as ash berries, orris root, or monk’s ...(100 of 220 words)

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