Harissa

Submitted by CookingONTheSide

"Harissa is a traditional accompaniment with Moroccan and North African food. Use sparingly as it is powerfully HOT. It is a great with lamb chops, chicken and vegetarian dishes and as a flavour base for any casseroles or stews where a fresh zing is needed."

 

• Ready In: 20mins
• Ingredients: 8
• Serves: 40

ingredients

• 6 ounces bird's eye chilies, seeded and stems removed
• 12 garlic cloves, peeled
• 1 tablespoon coriander, ground
• 1 tablespoon ground cumin
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 1 tablespoon dried mint
• 1⁄2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1⁄2 cup olive oil

directions

1. Place the chiles, garlic, ground coriander, cumin, salt mint and cilantro into a blender or food processor. If the mixture is too dry, add a bit of the olive oil. Store in a bowl or jar in the refrigerator with the remaining oil poured in a layer over the top.
2. Make sure that the surface is covered with a layer of oil each time you use some.
3. When you run out of Harissa you can use the oil to add flavor to fried or baked dishes.