How to Make Tunisian Harissa at Home

dried red chilies

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Cayenne pepper provides a similar heat level.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

Avocado oil offers a higher smoke point and healthy fats.

garlic

💰Cheaper: garlic powder

Garlic powder is a convenient alternative.

cumin seeds

💰Cheaper: ground cumin

Ground cumin is easier to find and use.

Soak 6 oz of dried red chilies in warm water for 2 hours until softened.

Remove stems and some seeds from the chilies, leaving some seeds for spice.

Drain the chilies and add them to a food processor.

Add 1 cup of olive oil and garlic to the food processor.

Add 1.5 tablespoons of cumin to the mixture.

Blend until a nice paste is formed, stopping to mix a couple of times.

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