Harissa Hot Pepper Sauce

Elevate your culinary creations with the bold and smoky flavors of Harissa Hot Pepper Sauce—a fiery North African condiment that’s perfect for adding a kick to your favorite dishes. Made with roasted red bell peppers, fresh red chilies, and a rich blend of spices like cumin, coriander, and caraway, this homemade harissa recipe delivers a perfect balance of heat, smokiness, and tanginess. The addition of garlic, paprika, and a splash of lemon juice brings depth, while olive oil ensures a luxuriously smooth texture. Ready in just 35 minutes, this versatile sauce is ideal for marinating meats, spicing up soups, or as a vibrant dip for bread. Store it in the fridge for up to two weeks and enjoy an authentic touch of North African flavor anytime.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 large red bell peppers
• 4 medium fresh red chilies
• 3 whole garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon ground caraway seeds
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).

Step 2

Place the red bell peppers on a baking sheet and roast them in the oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the skin is charred and blistered, turning occasionally.

Step 3

Remove the peppers from the oven and transfer them to a bowl. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let the peppers steam for 10 minutes.

Step 4

While the peppers are steaming, trim the stems off the red chilies. If you prefer a milder heat, remove the seeds as well.

Step 5

Peel the skin off the roasted bell peppers and remove the seeds. Add the peeled peppers and red chilies to a blender or food processor.

Step 6

Add the garlic cloves, ground cumin, ground coriander, ground caraway seeds, paprika, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and tomato paste to the blender with the peppers.

Step 7

Blend the mixture until smooth, scraping down the sides as needed to ensure all ingredients are fully combined.

Step 8

Taste the harissa and adjust the seasoning or heat level as desired by adding more salt or chilies.

Step 9

Transfer the finished harissa to a clean jar or airtight container and store it in the refrigerator. Use within 1-2 weeks.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	524.1 grams (524.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	571

Total Fat 44.70g	57%
Saturated Fat 7.00g	35%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2398mg	104%
Total Carbohydrate 38.20g	14%
Dietary Fiber 12.90g	46%
Total Sugars 18.40g
Protein 7.30g	15%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 112mg	9%
Iron 6mg	32%
Potassium 1451mg	31%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 68.9%

Protein: 5.0%

Carbs: 26.2%