Fresh Chili Harissa Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Start by deseeding and roughly chopping the fresh chili peppers.
• STEP 2.In a food processor, combine the chili peppers, garlic cloves, cumin seeds, coriander seeds, caraway seeds, salt, and olive oil.
• STEP 3.Blend until you achieve a smooth and thick paste-like consistency.
• STEP 4.Transfer the harissa to a sterilized jar and store it in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
• STEP 5.To serve, use it as a marinade for grilled meats, a sauce for roasted vegetables, or a spicy dip for bread.

Cooking Tips

• Adjust the amount of chili peppers according to your preferred level of spiciness.
• For a smokier flavor, you can roast the chili peppers before blending them.
• Feel free to customize the spices by adding or reducing the quantities based on your taste preferences.

Storage and Serving

• Store the fresh chili harissa in a sterilized jar in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
• Serve it as a condiment alongside grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or use it as a spicy dip for bread.
• You can also use it as a marinade for chicken, fish, or tofu to add a fiery kick to your dishes.