Best Ever Spice Mix for Lamb and Chicken

For a flavour of North Africa add this spice mix to grilled lamb or chicken – it’s absolutely delicious!

Prep time: 3 minutes

Cooking time: 3 minutes

Makes: 1 small jar

Ras el Hanout Spice mix

Ingredients

• 2tsp coriander seeds
• 2tsp cumin seeds
• 2tsp fennel seeds
• 2tsp chilli flakes
• 2tsp cinnamon
• 2tsp sea salt
• 1tsp freshly ground black pepper
• 1.5tsp ground cardamom
• 1.5tsp paprika
• 1.5tsp ground ginger
• 1tsp ground cloves
• 1tsp ground nutmeg
• 1tsp cayenne pepper
• 1tsp ground turmeric
• 1tsp allspice
• 2tsp dried rose petals (optional, but adds authenticity)

Method                      

• Gently toast the coriander, cumin and fennel seeds in a skillet over medium heat, tossing the pan frequently to avoid burning
• Blitz everything for a few seconds in a clean coffee grinder until it’s in powder form
• Store in an air tight container for up to 1 month

To marinade your meat, add 4tbsp of the spice mix to a small bowl along with 2tbsp olive oil and the juice and finely-grated zest of two lemons. Mix well to combine then massage the spice paste into the meat. Cover and refrigerate for up to 8 hours then cook your meat as desired.

Enjoy x

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