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Harissa

Harissa

Peppers, garlic, and spices are used to create an amazingly deep flavored chili sauce called harissa.

Course Sauce
Cuisine North African
Prep Time 1 hour
Servings 1 cup

Ingredients

  • 10-12 dried red chili peppers
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon ground caraway seeds
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin

Method

  1. Soak the dried chilies in hot water for 30 – 45 minutes. Drain. Remove stems and seeds (I kept about half of the seeds to add heat).
  2. Place all ingredients in a food processor and puree.
  3. Store harissa in the refrigerator in a tightly closed jar.

Cooks Notes

I find it very helpful to wear gloves when handling hot peppers.