From the traditional Moroccan soup, harira, to other famous spice blends like chermoula, many North African foods vary depending on where you are in the region — and Ras el Hanout is no exception. From city to city, market to market, and kitchen to kitchen, no two Ras el Hanout blends you try will be the same. However, that element of personalization only adds to the spice blend's allure. When it comes to making Ras el Hanout, don't expect to get a spice vendor's help — many tend to hold their recipes close to their hearts. While it's traditionally made by grinding whole spices, leaves, and roots together by hand, Ras el Hanout can be made using the pre-ground spices you have at home — however, the flavors won't be as robust.

Source: The North Africa Journal May 14, 2023 18:29 UTC