Moroccan Rub Recipe

Transport your taste buds to the vibrant souks of Morocco with this exotic spice rub! Inspired by the classic *Complete Illustrated Book of Herbs*, this recipe combines the fiery heat of homemade harissa with a fragrant Moroccan blend. Perfect for meats, vegetables, and even eggs, this rub is easy to make and will keep for up to a month, allowing you to enjoy the taste of Morocco anytime. Get ready for an unforgettable culinary adventure!

Prep Time 40 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 306.1 kcal
Protein 5g
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Ingredients for Moroccan Rub

  • 10 dried chili peppers
  • Garlic Cloves
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (plus extra for thinning harissa and storing)
  • Ground Caraway
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander (plus 1 tablespoon for Moroccan Rub)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Saffron
  • Harissa
  • Ground Cardamom
  • Cloves
  • Cumin Seed
  • Fresh Mint Leaves
  • Fresh Coriander Leaves

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How to Make Moroccan Rub

  1. **Harissa Paste:**
  2. Soak 10 dried chili peppers in 1 cup of hot water for 30 minutes. Drain well, remove stems and seeds.
  3. Combine soaked chilies, 4 cloves garlic, 1 teaspoon salt, and 2 tablespoons olive oil in a food processor.
  4. Blend until a smooth paste forms.
  5. Add 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander, 1/4 teaspoon turmeric, and 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional). Blend until well combined.
  6. Transfer to an airtight container, top with a thin layer of olive oil, and refrigerate for up to one month.
  7. Before using, thin with 1-2 tablespoons olive oil and the juice of 1/2 lemon, or hot stock, to your desired consistency.
  8. **Moroccan Rub:**
  9. In a mortar and pestle, combine 2 tablespoons ground cumin, 1 tablespoon ground coriander, 1 teaspoon paprika, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon ginger, 1/4 teaspoon allspice, 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  10. Grind the spices until finely ground and well combined.
  11. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one month.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

49 g

Sugar

7g

Fat

19g

Carbs

4g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Moroccan Rub?

Moroccan Rub takes about 80 minutes from start to finish — roughly 40 minutes to prepare and 40 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Moroccan Rub?

Moroccan Rub has approximately 306.1 calories per serving, with about 5 g protein, 4 g carbohydrates and 44 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Moroccan Rub?

The key ingredients for Moroccan Rub are Dried Chilies, Garlic Cloves, Salt, Olive Oil, Ground Caraway, Ground Coriander. See the full list with measurements above.

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