Harissa Paste
This North African delicacy, custom to Tunisia, is a great spread, dip or additive to marinades, stews and bredies. Or can be enjoyed with a veggie platter. It also makes a great homemade gift to the host at a dinner party!
Ingredients
1 tsp Caraway Seeds
1 tsp Cumin Seeds
1 tsp Coriander Seeds
5 tbsp Dried Chilli Flakes / Homegrown Chilli
3 Garlic Cloves, Peeled
1 tbsp Smoked Paprika
1 tbsp Sun Dried Tomatoes
60 g Olive Oil
Pink Himalayan Salt, to taste
Optional / Variation: 4 olives or 1 tsp of olive tapenade
Instructions
1
Dry roast the caraway, cumin and coriander seeds in a frying pan. Allow to cool.
2
Place the cooled mixture in a food processor and blend until fine.
3
Add the remaining ingredients and process, stopping to spoon scrape the mixture from the sides of the bowl intermittently. Adjust seasoning and blend until smooth.
4
Store in a sterilized glass jar in the refrigerator.
