Rockin’ Moroccan: For Exotic Flavour Aficionados

Step into the spice markets of North Africa—without leaving your kitchen. Rockin’ Moroccan spice blend is Spicecraft’s mild, family-friendly take on the traditional ras el hanout. With next to no heat and loads of exotic flavour, it’s the perfect rub for adventurous eaters who don’t love it hot. Whether you’re slow-cooking lamb, spicing up couscous, or making magic with chickpeas, this aromatic blend brings rich Moroccan character to every meal.

🌍 The Ultimate Guide to Moroccan Seasoning: Flavour Worth Exploring

1. Introduction

Welcome to Morocco—Spicecraft style. Rockin’ Moroccan is our fragrant, no-fuss twist on classic ras el hanout. It’s full of warm spices, smoky paprika, and subtle floral notes, designed to elevate everyday meals with global flair.

Unlike store-bought Moroccan spice blends that are overpowering or bland, ours strikes the perfect balance of savoury, sweet, and spice—with virtually no heat, so the whole family can dig in. Use as a BBQ rub or as your goto Moroccan seasoning in the kitchen

2. Origin & History – The Spice Merchant’s Treasure

“Ras el hanout” means “head of the shop”, and for centuries, Moroccan spice merchants prided themselves on creating bespoke blends that showcased the best of their spice stock—sometimes 100+ ingredients!

Traditional ras el hanout:

• Was made for weddings, feasts, and special events

• Featured rare spices like ash berries and grains of paradise

• Symbolised luxury and flavour mastery

Our Rockin’ Moroccan pays tribute to this tradition, but makes it accessible and practical for modern Kiwi kitchens. Blended for flavour, not fuss—no extra garlic or onion needed.

3. Ingredients & Flavour Profile – A Masterful Balance

This blend includes 23 real ingredients, layered for complex but easy-to-use flavour:

✨ Warm spices – cinnamon, allspice, nutmeg, cloves
🌿 Earthy depth – cumin, coriander, turmeric
🌸 Floral lift – cardamom
🧄 Savoury balance – garlic, onion, smoked paprika
🧂 Finish – sea salt & brown sugar

👅 What it tastes like:

Fragrant and warming, but not hot. You’ll get notes of:

• Baked apple & cinnamon warmth

• BBQ smokiness

• Cardamom’s exotic floral twist

✔️ More flavourful than standard Moroccan blends
✔️ Less heat than curry powders
✔️ Ready-to-use: No extra seasoning required

4. Traditional & Modern Uses – From Tagines to Kiwi Favourites

🍖 Classic Moroccan:

• Lamb tagine with apricots & almonds

• Couscous with roast vegetables

• Harira soup (tomato & lentil)

🍠 Kiwi twists:

• Rub on slow-cooked lamb shoulder

• Dust over roast pumpkin salad

• Halloumi marinade (2 tsp + 3 tbsp olive oil)

• Moroccan-spiced veggie fritters

💬 “I ditched stock cubes. This adds all the depth I need.” – James, Wellington

5. Cooking Tips & Techniques

✅ Low & slow: Perfect for braises (6+ hour lamb? Yes please.)
✅ Layered flavour: Add early in cooking, then again just before serving
✅ Cool uses: Mix into yoghurt, hummus, or couscous salads
✅ Sweet pairings: Try with honey, dried apricots, or dates

💡 Pro tip: Mix 1 tbsp into your flatbread dough for instant Moroccan vibes.

6. Why Our Blend is Special

🇳🇿 Made in NZ, using premium ingredients with no shortcuts
🌿 23-spice complexity, finely tuned for balance
🔥 Mild on the heat scale—but rich and bold on flavour
🍽️ All-purpose: From roast meats to vegetarian bowls

💬 “Finally a ras el hanout that tastes great right out of the jar!”

7. Recipe Highlight: Moroccan Lamb & Spiced Rice 🍚🐑

This one-pan wonder brings Moroccan comfort food to your weeknight table.

Quick Recipe Summary:

• Brown lamb mince with Rockin’ Moroccan

• Simmer turmeric rice in spiced stock

• Top with crispy dukkah chickpeas and lemon sour cream

👉 Full recipe here

Why it works:
✔️ Instant depth from the spice blend
✔️ Balanced heat = family friendly
✔️ Customisable with whatever’s in your fridge

Flavour Worth Exploring

Rockin’ Moroccan is your gateway to exotic flavour—without the overwhelm. It’s bold, balanced, and beautifully versatile. Whether you're building a classic tagine or just want to lift your roast pumpkin game, this fragrant blend does the heavy lifting so you don’t have to.

👉 Grab a jar of Rockin’ Moroccan and let your taste buds travel, no passport required.