Chef John’s Harissa Sauce

May 15, 2023May 15, 20230 2
Spicy and flavorful Chef John's Harissa Sauce
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Prep

25 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

1 hr

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 red bell peppers , halved and seeded
6 Fresno chile peppers
1 habanero pepper
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/4 teaspoon caraway seeds , or more to taste
1/4 teaspoon coriander seeds , or more to taste
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon dried mint
1 teaspoon kosher salt , or to taste
4 garlic cloves , peeled
1 lemon , juiced
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
16
Calories
33
Sugar
1g
Fat
2g
Harissa is a North African hot chili pepper paste that is used as a condiment or seasoning. Chef John's version adds a unique twist to the traditional recipe by incorporating a variety of spices and peppers, resulting in a more complex and flavorful sauce. This harissa can be used as a marinade for meats or vegetables, stirred into soups or stews, or used as a condiment on sandwiches or burgers. The possibilities are endless! It's especially delicious when paired with grilled meats or roasted vegetables. Give this harissa sauce a try and add some spicy excitement to your next meal.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
2.Place red bell peppers, Fresno chile peppers, and habanero pepper onto a baking sheet.
3.Roast in preheated oven for 20 minutes. Turn peppers and continue to roast until charred and blistered, about 20 minutes more.
4.Transfer peppers to a bowl and cover tightly with plastic wrap. Let peppers cool and steam, about 10 minutes.
5.Peel skin from peppers and discard. Remove and discard stems and seeds from Fresno and habanero peppers.
6.Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add caraway and coriander seeds and toast for 1 to 2 minutes.
7.Combine toasted seeds, roasted peppers, cumin, dried mint, kosher salt, garlic, lemon juice, and extra-virgin olive oil together in a food processor.
8.Pulse until the harissa is completely smooth and homogenous. Refrigerate for up to a week, or freeze for up to a month.

PROS

This harissa sauce is very versatile and can be used as a marinade, a condiment, or as an ingredient in a variety of dishes.

It adds a delicious spicy kick to any dish.

CONS

This sauce is quite spicy, so be sure to adjust the heat level based on your personal preference.

It contains a significant amount of chili peppers, which can cause heartburn or other digestive issues for some people.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This harissa sauce contains a variety of spices and peppers that have been linked to various health benefits.
The chili peppers can boost metabolism, reduce inflammation, and may even have cancer-fighting properties. The coriander seeds have been shown to lower blood sugar levels and reduce cholesterol. The cumin in this recipe can improve digestion and enhance the immune system.

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