One thing that unites these varied food scenes is an iconic spice blend: ras el hanout. Literally translating to “head of the ...

The secret to this delicious short rib dish is in the spice. Loosely translated, Ras el Hanout means “top shelf.” This exotic blend is used heavily in Moroccan cuisine. Ras el Hanout spice ...

We've replaced potatoes with root vegetables to reduce the carbohydrates and included plenty of spice to turn up the flavour. If you're not into spicy food, check out the recipe tips for other ...

Every North African kitchen boasts a vibrant palette of spices. Cumin, coriander, saffron, and cinnamon are just a few of the ...

Sprinkle everything with the ras-el-hanout and thyme. Roast for a further 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through. Stir through the coriander. To serve, divide between four plates ...

1. Spicy - In the first episode of this series, Ainsley explores how spices can work wonders with dishes including ras el hanout shakshuka and a spicy Mexican twist on a British classic. More info ...

Use this North African blend of sweet and hot spices to add warmth and depth to stews and soups, or mix with oil to make a rub for meat and chicken. The name is Arabic for “head of the shop ...