Moroccan · Spice blend
La Kama (Tangier Warming Spice Blend)
A restrained five-spice blend from northern Morocco used to season soups, lentils and light tagines. La kama is all warmth and no chilli — black pepper, ginger, turmeric, nutmeg and cinnamon — the quiet backbone of a Tangier kitchen.
- Prep
- 4 min
- Cook
- 0 min
- Total
- 4 min
- Serves
- 16
- Level
- Easy
Ingredients
- 2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
Method
- 1
Mix
Stir all five spices together until even.
- 2
Store
Keep in a small airtight jar.
- 3
Use
Add a teaspoon to soups, lentils or a chicken tagine as it simmers.
Chef's tips
- This is the traditional seasoning for harira and lentil soups in the north — keep it un-spicy.
- A pinch lifts a pot of plain steamed vegetables or a simple broth.
Frequently asked questions
What does la kama taste like?
Warm, peppery and slightly sweet from the nutmeg and cinnamon, with no heat. It seasons gently rather than dominating a dish.