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Harissa Paste

This easy recipe for Harissa Paste is made with a blend of red peppers and spices to create a spicy paste that is perfect for marinades and sauces.

Prep Time
45 mins
Total Time
45 mins
Servings: 24
Calories: 25 kcal
Course: Condiments
Cuisine: North African

Ingredients

  • 6 dried red peppers see post above for red pepper suggestions
  • 6 ounces roasted red peppers
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1.5 teaspoon Coriander see note 1 below
  • 1.5 teaspoon caraway see note 1 below
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 2 teaspoons paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

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  1. Slice the dried peppers open and carefully remove the seeds and throw them away.
  2. Place the peppers in a small to medium bowl and pour 2 cups of hot water over them.
  3. Cover the dish to hold in the steam and soak the peppers for about 30 minutes or until they have fully softened.
  4. Put the softened peppers, tomato paste, garlic, spices, and olive oil in a food processor.
  5. Set to puree and blend until you have a smooth paste. It should only take about 1 to 2 minutes.

Notes

  • If you are using whole spices you'll need to grind them before adding to the rest of the ingredients to ensure they are fully ground into powder.

Nutrition Information

Serving 2tablespoons Calories 25kcal (1%) Carbohydrates 1g (0%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 2g (3%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Sodium 151mg (6%) Potassium 28mg (1%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 162IU (3%) Vitamin C 4mg (4%) Calcium 5mg (1%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 24Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 25

% Daily Value*

Serving 2tablespoons
Calories 25kcal 1%
Carbohydrates 1g 0%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 2g 3%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 151mg 6%
Potassium 28mg 1%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 162IU 3%
Vitamin C 4mg 4%
Calcium 5mg 1%
Iron 1mg 6%

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