Chilli & heat · Paste

Harissa

Also called harissa paste, hrissa

North African chilli paste with garlic, caraway, coriander and olive oil; hot, smoky and aromatic. Stirred into tagines, couscous, soups and marinades, or served as a condiment.

VeganVegetarianGluten-freeDairy-free

What can replace it

  • T2 · GoodSambal oelek

    Vinegary, without cumin and caraway; add those and some olive oil.

  • T2 · GoodShatta

    Sharper and more vinegary, without the warm spices.

  • T2 · GoodTurkish hot pepper paste

    Saltier, with no cumin, caraway or garlic; add them.

  • T3 · In a pinchChilli garlic sauce

    Thin and vinegary, with no warm spices.

  • T3 · In a pinchHot paprika

    Mix with olive oil, garlic and cumin; flatter and less hot. (use 0.5× the amount)

Cook with Harissa