North African spice mixtures?

Question

What are some spice mixtures that are used in North African cuisine? Morocco in particular. I'm familiar with some of the common spices, but can't seem to get my mixtures spicy enough (as in hot).

Answer 1

Ras El Hanout (Moroccan spice mixture)

This is a traditional spice mixture that is used in everyday Moroccan cooking.

1 tablespoon coriander seeds, ground

1 tablespoon cumin

1 tablespoon ginger, ground

1 tablespoon pepper

1/2 teaspoon mace

1/2 teaspoon nutmeg

1/2 teaspoon allspice

1/2 teaspoon cardamom

1/2 teaspoon turmeric

1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

1/4 teaspoon cloves, ground

1/4 teaspoon cayenne

Combine all ingredients. Store in a tightly covered container. Makes about 1/3 cup spice mixture, or a little more than 5 servings of 1 tablespoon each.

Answer 2

North African SPICES:

http://www.theepicentre.com/Spices/bahar...

http://www.theepicentre.com/Spices/berbe...

http://www.theepicentre.com/Spices/cherm...

http://www.theepicentre.com/Spices/dukka...

http://www.theepicentre.com/Spices/haris...

http://www.theepicentre.com/Spices/lakam...

http://www.theepicentre.com/Spices/rasel...

http://www.theepicentre.com/Spices/tsire...

http://www.theepicentre.com/Spices/zaata...

Answer 3

Well, we use cumin alot, but our food is not particular known for being hot. Tunisian cuisine may be more up your alley. Great luck to you.