Ras el hanout

Category: SpicesOther names: Ras el-Hanout, North African spice blend

Ras el hanout is high in Salicylate. It also contains moderate levels of Histamine. It has low levels of FODMAPs, Gluten, Oligosaccharides, Nickel and Oxalates. If you're sensitive to any of these, check it against your profile before eating.

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Frequently asked questions

Which intolerances does Ras el hanout affect?

Ras el hanout is notable for Salicylate, Histamine, FODMAPs, Gluten, Oligosaccharides, Nickel and Oxalates.

Does Ras el hanout contain Salicylate?

Yes — Ras el hanout is high in Salicylate.

Does Ras el hanout contain Histamine?

Ras el hanout contains moderate levels of Histamine. Spice blends stack several liberators in one spoon, and smoked varieties add the smoking on top. The blend is the problem, not any single spice in it — which is why a mix can hit when its parts individually do not.

Does Ras el hanout contain FODMAPs?

Ras el hanout contains only low levels of FODMAPs.

Does Ras el hanout contain Gluten?

Ras el hanout contains only low levels of Gluten. spice blends can contain wheat flour or starch as an anti-caking or bulking agent, so they may carry gluten. A single pure spice or a certified gluten-free blend avoids this gluten risk. Amounts vary by brand and recipe, so always check the label of the exact product.