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Harissa Paste from Powder Recipe

This flavor-packed recipe for harissa paste from powder takes less than ten minutes to prepare. With just a few simple ingredients, you can add delectably spicy North African notes to dozens of dishes.
Prep Time10 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Condiment/Sauce
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Diet: Vegan
Servings: 6 servings
Author: Aysegul Sanford

Ingredients

  • 2 whole roasted red peppers jarred, without juice
  • ⅓ cup Harissa powder homemade or store-bought
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 3 garlic cloves roughly chopped
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice
  • ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil*

Instructions

  • In the bowl of a food processor (or a bowl that can accommodate an immersion blender), place the roasted red peppers, harissa powder, garlic cloves, tomato paste, lemon juice and olive oil.
  • Blend to your desired consistency. Taste for seasoning and add more if desired.
  • Store in an airtight jar and refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.

Notes

  • Yields: This recipe makes approximately 1 1/2 cups of harissa paste, which is ideal for 6 servings. The nutritional values below are per serving.
  • Olive oil *: I found that ⅓ cup of olive oil was enough to give this recipe a rich taste and smooth, paste-like consistency. However, you can increase this amount to ½ cup if you prefer a thinner mix or a less concentrated spiciness.
  • Storage: To store your harissa paste from powder, transfer it to an airtight container or mason jar and store it in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. I recommend pouring a thin level of olive oil over the top to limit the exposure to oxygen and bacteria before storing.
  • Freezing: You can freeze harissa paste in a freezer-safe airtight container for up to a month. You can also portion it in ice cubes, freeze until solid, and then transfer the individual cubes into freezer bags to use in your daily cooking.

Nutrition

Calories: 128kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Sodium: 781mg | Potassium: 115mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 209IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 13mg | Iron: 0.4mg

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