Harissa Powder
Harissa powder is the dry spice blend version of the traditional North African hot aromatic paste made by combining ground red chillies, cumin, coriander, caraway, garlic, smoked paprika and salt.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp kashmiri chili powder
- 1 tbsp coriander seeds
- 1 tbsp cumin seeds
- 1 tbsp caraway seeds
- 1 tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp dried garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried mint or oregano (optional)
Instructions
- In a dry frying pan, toast the whole seeds over a medium heat until fragrant. Remove and transfer to a mortar and pestle or small spice blender.
- Grind the seeds as fine as possible. Add salt, mint, garlic and chili powder, then grind again to fully mix the spices.
- Store in an airtight container in a cool dark cupboard for up to 2 months.
Notes
Storage: Store in an airtight jar and keep in a cool dark cupboard. Will last up to 2 months.