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Berbere (Ethiopian Spice Blend)

Berbere is a fiery spice mix of blended aromatic Ethiopian spices with warm flavors. It's simple to make and tastes amazing on chicken or fish.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
12 mins
Servings: 16
Calories: 17 kcal
Course: Condiments
Cuisine: Ethiopian

Ingredients

If Using All Ground Spices
  • 2 tbsp cayenne powder
  • 1 tbsp paprika
  • 1 1/2 tsp ground fenugreek
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp cardamom
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ground ginger
  • 1/2 tsp Coriander
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp Turmeric
  • 1/4 tsp clove
  • 1/8 tsp allspice
If Using Whole and Ground Spices
  • 2 tbsp cayenne powder
  • 1 tbsp paprika
  • 2 tsp fenugreek seeds
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 12 cardamom pods
  • 1 inch cinnamon stick
  • 1/2 tsp ground ginger
  • 3/4 tsp coriander seeds
  • 1 tsp cumin seeds
  • 1 tsp black peppercorns
  • 1/4 tsp Turmeric
  • 4 cloves
  • 1 allspice berry

Instructions

Ground Spices
    Cup of Yum
  1. If using all ground spices, whisk together to combine.
Whole Spices
  1. In a small skillet dry toast over medium heat the fenugreek, coriander, cumin seeds with the cinnamon stick, cardamom pods, peppercorns, allspice and cloves for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
  2. Let toasted spices cool and transfer to spice grinder along with remaining ground spices (cayenne, paprika, garlic, ginger and turmeric powders). Grind until a fine powder.
  3. Store in an airtight container for up to 6 months.

Notes

  • Makes 1/3 cup total.
  • Makes 1/3 cup total.

Nutrition Information

Calories 17kcal (1%) Carbohydrates 4g (1%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 1g (2%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Sodium 2mg (0%) Potassium 73mg (2%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 583IU (12%) Vitamin C 4mg (4%) Calcium 16mg (2%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 16Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 17

% Daily Value*

Calories 17kcal 1%
Carbohydrates 4g 1%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 1g 2%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 2mg 0%
Potassium 73mg 2%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 583IU 12%
Vitamin C 4mg 4%
Calcium 16mg 2%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.