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Harissa

Cultural Context

Originating from Tunisia, Harissa is a vibrant chili paste that plays a vital role in North African cuisine. Traditionally made with a blend of spices and chilies, it adds depth and heat to various dishes, from stews to grilled meats. Today, Harissa has found its way into kitchens worldwide, embraced for its versatility and bold flavor, often used to spice up everything from dips to marinades.

TunisianTNother
15 min
easy
8 servings
Servings4
red pimentos
2 Scotch bonnet peppers
3 small purple onions
12 cloves garlic
coriander seeds
cumin seeds
2 tablespoons paprika
tomato paste
salt
lime juice
olive oil

dried red chilies

🥗Healthier: fresh red peppers

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Fresh peppers provide a milder flavor, while cayenne is more readily available.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a high smoke point and is healthier, while vegetable oil is more cost-effective.

1

Cut the tops off the red pimentos, leaving them whole.

2

Cut around the Scotch bonnet pepper, removing the seeds and membrane.

3

Use one Scotch bonnet pepper for less heat, or adjust based on preference.

4

Chop three small purple onions (or use one or two larger ones).

5

Use about 12 cloves of garlic, as preferred.

6

Toast coriander seeds and cumin seeds in a skillet over medium heat for 30-45 seconds until fragrant.

7

Grind the toasted spices in a mortar and pestle to release oils.

8

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and add the onions, sautéing for about 1.5 minutes until translucent.

9

Add the pimentos, Scotch bonnet pepper, garlic, and the ground spices to the skillet.

10

Add 2 tablespoons of paprika and about half a cup of water from the tomato paste container.

11

Add a pinch of salt, cover, and cook until the pimentos are soft, about 25 minutes.

12

After 25 minutes, turn off the heat and use an immersion blender to blend the mixture into a paste.

13

Finish with a teaspoon of lime juice, stirring it in.

Cooking Techniques

blendingtoasting

Equipment Needed

skilletimmersion blendermortar and pestle

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Dietary

vegangluten-free

Also Known As

Harissa PasteHarissa Sauce

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