BERBERé (SPICY RED PEPPER PASTE)

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Make and share this Berberé (Spicy Red Pepper Paste) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Rita1652

Categories     African

Time 25m

Yield 2 1/2 cups, 30 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon cardamom
1/2 teaspoon coriander
1/2 teaspoon fenugreek seeds
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon clove
1/8 teaspoon cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon allspice
1 small onion, minced
2 garlic cloves, minced about 2 teaspoons
2 tablespoons salt
1/4 cup dry red wine
2 cups sweet paprika
1/4 cup hot paprika
1 tablespoon ground red pepper
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 1/2 cups water
2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Toast ginger, cardamom, coriander, fenugreek, nutmeg, cloves, cinnamon and allspice in a heavy skillet for one to two minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and let spices cool.
  • Combine toasted spices, onion, garlic, 1 tablespoon of salt and the wine in a food processor or blender and process until mixture is a smooth paste. You can also pound mixture together in a large mortar & pestle.
  • Combine paprika`s, red pepper, black pepper and the other tablespoon of salt in the heavy skillet. Toast over low heat one minute, stirring constantly.
  • Stir water into skillet slowly. Add the spice paste. Cook, stirring vigorously, over low heat for about 10 minutes.
  • Store berberé in a jar or crock. After it has cooled to room temperature, cover with a thin layer of oil. This layer should be replenished after each use to help preserve the spice mixture. Store in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 36.7, Fat 2, SaturatedFat 0.3, Sodium 468.6, Carbohydrate 5.3, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 1, Protein 1.3

Demon King
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I would definitely recommend this paste to anyone who loves spicy food.


Michael Shedrach
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This paste is a bit pricey, but it's worth it. It's so flavorful and delicious.


RahimUllah RahimUllah
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I'm not a big fan of spicy food, but I really enjoyed this paste. It has a nice flavor without being too hot.


Millicent Enyonam Kakraba
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This paste is a great way to add some flavor to your dishes without adding a lot of calories.


Aimee Curtis
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I love the smoky flavor of this paste. It's perfect for adding a bit of depth to your dishes.


Aston Brown
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This paste is a bit spicy, but it's so flavorful that I don't mind. It's a great way to add some heat to your dishes.


AKASH FREEFIRE
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I wasn't sure what to expect from this paste, but I was pleasantly surprised. It has a great flavor and it's not too spicy.


b-bonnie the bun bun
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This paste is perfect for adding a bit of heat and flavor to your dishes. I especially love it in soups and stews.


Rjun Khatri
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. I love berber paste and now I can make it at home.


Khalida Nazar
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This paste is a staple in my kitchen. I use it all the time to add flavor to my dishes.


Clement Mensah
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I've tried other berber paste recipes before, but this one is definitely the best. It's so flavorful and delicious.


Malik Shameerali
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This is a great recipe for berber paste. It's easy to follow and the paste turns out perfect.


Maina Ibrahim
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I was a bit hesitant to try this paste because I'm not a big fan of spicy food, but I was pleasantly surprised. It has a nice flavor without being too hot.


Yonas Gbremariam
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This paste is so versatile! I've used it in everything from soups to sandwiches and it always adds a delicious flavor.


Jan Arain
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I love using berber paste in my stews and curries. It adds a nice depth of flavor and a bit of a kick.


ETHEL
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This berber paste is a great way to add some heat and flavor to your dishes. It's easy to make and can be used in a variety of ways.