Harissa paste
A fiery North African chile paste built on roasted red peppers, garlic, and warm spices like caraway and coriander. A spoonful adds deep heat and complexity to marinades, stews, and dressings.
Used for
- marinades
- stews
- dressings
- roasted vegetables
In the kitchen
- Whisk into dressings and marinades.
- Stir into stews for depth.
- Thin with olive oil to make a sauce.
Picking it at the store
- Heat level varies a lot by brand. Taste a tiny bit before adding a full spoonful to a dish.
- Sold in tubes or jars; tubes keep longer in the fridge once opened since less air gets in.
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