Harissa

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
9%
Harissa
45 min.
4
117kcal

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If you're looking to spice up your meals with a vibrant and flavorful addition, look no further than homemade harissa! This North African chili paste packs a punch of heat balanced with rich, aromatic spices, all while being completely plant-based, gluten-free, and low FODMAP. Perfect for those who are health-conscious or following specific dietary guidelines, harissa not only elevates your dishes but also adds a depth of flavor that is hard to resist.

Making your own harissa is surprisingly simple and requires just a handful of ingredients, most of which you may already have in your pantry. The combination of dried chilies, olive oil, and spices creates a luxurious paste that can be used in countless ways. Whether you want to marinate vegetables, spice up a grain bowl, or serve it as a condiment alongside your favorite bread, the possibilities are endless!

In just 45 minutes, you can transform ordinary meals into extraordinary culinary experiences. With the warmth of cayenne and the smoky notes of paprika, alongside zesty lemon juice, this harissa recipe is sure to become a staple in your kitchen. Embrace the goodness of natural ingredients while indulging your taste buds—get ready to whip up a batch of this handmade harissa and taste the difference!

Ingredients

  • 5.5 teaspoons cayenne 
  • ounces california chilies dried
  • teaspoon ground coriander 
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin 
  • tablespoons juice of lemon 
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • tablespoon paprika 
  • 0.1 teaspoon pepper 
  • teaspoon salt 

Equipment

  • food processor
  • blender

Directions

  1. Snap off and discard stems of 2 ounces dried ancho or California chilies (see notes). Shake out and discard seeds. Rinse chilies and cut or break into about 1/2-inch pieces. Soak in 1 cup hot water until soft, about 20 minutes. Lift chilies out (reserving soaking water) and transfer to a blender or food processor.
  2. Add 1/3 cup of the reserved water, 3 tablespoons each lemon juice and olive oil, 1 tablespoon paprika, 1 1/2 teaspoons cayenne, 1 teaspoon ground coriander, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin, and 1/8 teaspoon pepper; whirl until smooth. If thicker than desired, blend in 2 to 3 more tablespoons reserved water.

Nutrition Facts

Calories117kcal
Protein3.14%
Fat81.23%
Carbs15.63%

Properties

Glycemic Index
32.25
Glycemic Load
0.79
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
7.1930434677912%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.55mg
Hesperetin
1.63mg
Naringenin
0.16mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.04mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:117.23kcal
5.86%
Fat:11.44g
17.59%
Saturated Fat:1.6g
9.98%
Carbohydrates:4.95g
1.65%
Net Carbohydrates:3.1g
1.13%
Sugar:1.51g
1.67%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:585.59mg
25.46%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1g
1.99%
Vitamin A:2145.36IU
42.91%
Vitamin C:26.96mg
32.68%
Vitamin E:2.97mg
19.77%
Vitamin K:12.03µg
11.46%
Vitamin B6:0.18mg
9.15%
Fiber:1.86g
7.43%
Manganese:0.14mg
6.9%
Iron:1.06mg
5.87%
Potassium:164.38mg
4.7%
Vitamin B2:0.06mg
3.71%
Magnesium:13.92mg
3.48%
Vitamin B3:0.62mg
3.12%
Copper:0.05mg
2.56%
Phosphorus:23.94mg
2.39%
Folate:9.32µg
2.33%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
2.04%
Calcium:17.35mg
1.74%
Zinc:0.22mg
1.49%
Source:My Recipes