Saturday, May 26, 2007

Ras al Hanout

This North African spice mix can be used the way curry is used in Indian cooking; just like curry, its fragrance and flavor are nearly indescribable. It is excellent as a rub for lamb.

1 tablespoon (15 ml) cinnamon
1 teaspoon (5 ml) ground cardamom
1 teaspoon (5 ml) ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon (5 ml) ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) freshly ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon (1.3 ml) turmeric
1/4 teaspoon (1.3 ml) mace
1/4 teaspoon (1.3 ml) ground coriander
1 cup (237 ml) dried rose petals

Sift together all of the spices to remove any little stems and pieces. Toss with the rose petals and store in an airtight jar.

Yield: About 1 cup (237 ml)

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