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Harissa Powder Substitute

It's easy to make an authentic harissa powder at home by grinding whole toasted peppers and spices into a powder. But, if you don't have a spice grinder or the required ingredients, this harissa powder substitute made from ground spices will deliver all the harissa spice flavours you need.

Prep Time
5 mins
Total Time
5 mins
Servings: 6 tablespoons
Course: Condiments
Cuisine: Middle Eastern , Moroccan , North African

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 tablespoon ground coriander
  • ½ tablespoon cayenne pepper *
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Instructions

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  1. Mix the ground spices in a small bowl and transfer the spice blend to an airtight container. Store in a cool, dark spot for up to 6 months.

Notes

  • Add more cayenne pepper for a spicier harissa powder, or swap for a milder chilli like Aleppo pepper, gochugaru or Kashmiri for less spicy harissa seasoning. Omit the chilli powder for a non-spicy alternative for harissa spice.
  • You can also add ground caraway for an even more authentic flavour if you have any, but it is not widely available in grocery stores.
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