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MC Slim JB Nov 25, 2009 05:10 AM

Where to find ras el hanout in Boston?

Any retail outlets in Boston that carry this (mainly Moroccan) spice blend?

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  1. litchick Nov 25, 2009 10:22 AM

    One thing to know is that there are wide variations in ras el hanout. After trying several commercial blends, I usually just make my own in a quadruple batch. I like this recipe from Epicurious, as I tend to have the basic ingredients on hand (usually from the Penzey's in Arlington).

    1 teaspoon ground cumin
    1 teaspoon ground ginger
    1 teaspoon salt
    3/4 teaspoon black pepper
    1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
    1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
    1/2 teaspoon cayenne
    1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
    1/4 teaspoon ground cloves

    (Makes 2 tablespoons)

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      9lives Nov 25, 2009 09:36 AM

      Maybe some of the store in Haymarket?

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        nasilemak Nov 25, 2009 10:14 AM

        Second one of the halal stores in Haymarket.

      2. rchudy Nov 25, 2009 06:31 AM

        just saw some at the new Whole Foods at Legacy place over the weekend.

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          Madrid Nov 25, 2009 06:07 AM

          Christina's in Inman Square Cambridge

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            bear Nov 25, 2009 05:14 AM

            Formaggio has sold it in the past, so I'd give them a call.

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              bgavin Nov 25, 2009 08:14 AM

              I saw it at Formaggio South End yesterday, with my own two eyeballs.

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                southiesouthend Nov 25, 2009 08:51 AM

                Yep- bought it there last week, have already used it twice- delicious. Try it on a roasted chicken (or Turkey??)

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