Moroccan spices are the perfect flavor enhancer for chicken thighs, roasted vegetables and tomato-based stews. When I traveled to Morocco in college, I fell in love with hot spices. I remember eating the most delicious tagine and Moroccan chicken, yum!
Here’s how to make your own homemade Moroccan spice blend with 7 basic spices you probably already have!
What makes this spice great?
Any recipe is as good as the spices present in it. This Moroccan spice blend is full of flavor and is a favorite in my kitchen for many reasons.
- This Moroccan spice is delicious and slightly smoky. It has a wonderful aroma of cumin, ginger and turmeric. It has a delicious balance.
- It usually has a beautiful orange color due to the presence of cumin, turmeric, chili powder and red chili.
- I make a batch of this mixture to keep on hand at all times because it’s an easy way to add delicious flavor to the simplest of meals.
“This was a great rub. Can’t wait to make it in larger quantities and use it on more things! Thanks!”
-Christy
What spices are in Moroccan spice mix?
You just need 7 ingredients for our homemade Moroccan spices, and you probably already have them all!
- Cumin is a hot and earthy spice.
- Turmeric pairs well with warm spices and adds gorgeous color to any food.
- Ginger powder is a hot and spicy ground spice.
- Garlic powder is a delicious and earthy spice that everyone loves.
- Chili powder is an earthy and flavorful spice that can sometimes make spices a little spicy depending on the freshness of the blend.
- Red chili powder is earthy and spicy.
- Salt enhances all the flavors of the other spices.
How to Use Moroccan Spice Blend
I love using this spice blend to flavor simple things like simple vegetables or sauces. Below are more ways you can use this spice blend.
Cock: I love making Moroccan chicken and I have great recipes Instant Pot Moroccan Chicken and a One-Pot Moroccan ChickenThese recipes call for chicken thighs, but you can easily use this mixture for breasts, legs, and whole chickens. Use about 3 tablespoons of spices for 1.5 pounds. Of chicken.
Other meat: Try using a tablespoon or two with ground beef or turkey for a Moroccan twist on tacos or lettuce wraps!
Roasted Vegetables: Sprinkle one or two tablespoons on a pan roasted vegetables Before roasting them to enhance the delicious taste.
stock: This mixture will be delicious in any soup or stew. I recommend using 2 tablespoons in our Sweet Potato Lentil Stew It is required in place of other spices.
How do I store this mixture?
Store your spice mixture in a glass container or jar in a cool, dark place.
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Spice jars
Organize your homemade spices with this empty glass spice jar set!
Inspiration for this mix
This Moroccan spice blend is a simplified, pantry-friendly version of Ras el Hanout. Ras el Hanout is a traditional Moroccan spice blend.
What can I use if I don’t have Moroccan spice?
If you don’t have Moroccan spice, you can use a few teaspoons of any of the spices below mixed together.
- garlic powder
- turmeric powder
- red chilli
- ginger powder
- onion powder
- ground cumin
- Chili powder
What spices, herbs and spices are most commonly used in Moroccan cooking?
A variety of delicious dried herbs, fresh herbs and spices are used in Moroccan cooking. Some commonly used fresh herbs are mint and thyme, and dried spices may include garlic, cumin, turmeric, cumin, and chili powder.
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Place all the ingredients in a small glass jar or container.
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Mix until combined and seal tightly.
- Use about 3 tablespoons Moroccan spice mix per 1.5 pounds. Of chicken breasts or thighs.
- Yield: ~2 tbsp
Calories: 19 kilo calories, Carbohydrates: 3 Yes, Protein: 1 Yes, thick: 1 Yes, Fiber: 1 Yes, Sugar: 0 Yes
Nutrition information is calculated automatically, so it should be used as an estimate only.
