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Tunisian Five Spice, The nutmeg, cinnamon and clove add aroma, the clove, pepper and grains of paradise contribute a little nutty spice and peppery pop. This spice blend is great for many uses from Tunisian fried rice that rocks with it, and it’s great on all kinds of roasted meats, especially chicken, duck and lamb.

Ingredients

• 2 tsp Grains of Paradise
• 2 tsp whole Tellicherry Black Peppercorns
• 1 tbls whole Cloves
• 1 tbls gnd Nutmeg
• 1 tbls ground Saigon Cinnamon

Method

If you’re using a Cinnamon stick, be sure to break it into 2-3 smaller pieces before putting it into a spice mill or cutting it up with a knife and coarse chopping it if you’re using a mortar/pestle.

In a spice grinder place all the ingredients. Grind to the desired consistency for your application.

Use in your recipe or store in an airtight container. Best to use within 6-8 months for maximum flavour, but it keeps, in dry storage, for a long time.