Hreesa Harissa Red Pepper Spice

Transform your dishes with the bold and zesty flavors of Hreesa Harissa Red Pepper Spice, a flavor-packed condiment that pairs smoky, sweet roasted red bell peppers with the fiery kick of red chilies. Infused with aromatic spices like toasted caraway, cumin, and coriander, and balanced with tangy lemon juice and rich olive oil, this homemade harissa paste is a versatile addition to your kitchen. Perfect as a marinade, spread, or dip, it’s a quick and easy recipe that comes together in just 35 minutes, delivering a beautifully vibrant and customizable spice blend. Whether you’re adding it to grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or warm flatbreads, this North African-inspired harissa will elevate any meal with its irresistible depth of flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 1

Ingredients

• 2 large red bell peppers
• 4 red chilies (mild or hot, to taste)
• 3 large garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon caraway seeds (lightly toasted and ground)
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C).

Step 2

Place the red bell peppers and red chilies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Step 3

Roast in the oven for 15-20 minutes, turning occasionally, until the skin of the peppers and chilies is charred and blistered.

Step 4

Remove the peppers and chilies from the oven and transfer them to a bowl. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a clean towel and let the peppers steam for 10 minutes to loosen the skin.

Step 5

Peel the skin off the peppers and chilies, then remove the seeds and stems. (Adjust the number of chilies used based on desired spice level.)

Step 6

In a food processor, combine the peeled roasted peppers and chilies, garlic cloves, ground cumin, ground coriander, smoked paprika, ground caraway seeds, olive oil, tomato paste, lemon juice, and salt.

Step 7

Blend until smooth, stopping to scrape down the sides as needed. Add 1-2 tablespoons of water if the mixture is too thick and blend again.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more salt or lemon juice to enhance the flavor.

Step 9

Transfer the Hreesa Harissa to a clean jar and store in the refrigerator. It can be kept for up to 2 weeks.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	687.6 grams (687.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	646

Total Fat 45.30g	58%
Saturated Fat 7.10g	36%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2422mg	105%
Total Carbohydrate 55.00g	20%
Dietary Fiber 17.90g	64%
Total Sugars 25.70g
Protein 10.70g	21%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 172mg	13%
Iron 8mg	42%
Potassium 2467mg	52%

*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: 60.8%

Protein: 6.4%

Carbs: 32.8%