Best 6 Berbere Red Pepper Spice Mixture Recipes
Berbere is an Ethiopian spice blend that's fiery, earthy and deeply fragrant, bringing together a delicious array of flavors. It is a complex and flavorful spice blend that is used in many Ethiopian dishes. The main ingredient in berbere is berbere red pepper, which is a type of chili pepper that is grown in Ethiopia. In addition to berbere red pepper, berbere also contains a variety of other spices, including garlic, ginger, cumin, cardamom, and cloves. These spices are roasted and then ground together to create a vibrant and aromatic blend.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
ETHIOPIAN SPICE MIX (BERBERE)
Berbere is a chile and spice blend used to season many Ethiopian dishes. Because authentic berbere can be hard to find, we developed our own recipe. Active time: 15 min Start to finish: 15 min
Categories Quick & Easy Spice Gourmet
Yield Makes about 1 cup
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Finely grind fenugreek seeds in an electric coffee/spice grinder. Stir together with remaining ingredients until combined well.
BERBERE (ETHIOPIAN SPICE)
For those of you who have difficulty locating berbere in your local grocery store, this recipe is a good substitute that is easy to make. Note that it is quite spicy, so use to taste. This spice combination is used in many Ethiopian dishes including doro wat, an Ethiopian chicken dish.
Provided by Twin Cities
Categories World Cuisine Recipes African
Time 10m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Mix chili powder, paprika, salt, fenugreek, ginger, onion powder, coriander, cardamom, garlic powder, cloves, and cinnamon together in a bowl.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 25.2 calories, Carbohydrate 4.6 g, Fat 1.2 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 1.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 345.2 mg, Sugar 0.7 g
BERBERE SPICE BLEND
I love berbere spice, a classic Ethiopian spice blend, but it never occurred to me to make my own. Actually, authentic berbere spice would use whole spice seeds/pods, toasted, and ground. But I usually toast the spices during the cooking process. Berbere is one of the most delicious and versatile spice mixes ever.
Provided by Chef John
Categories World Cuisine Recipes African
Time 32m
Yield 48
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Place the ground chilies, paprika, and cayenne pepper into a bowl; stir. Add onion powder, ginger, cumin, coriander, cardamom, fenugreek, garlic powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and cloves. Gently whisk together until thoroughly mixed.
- Store in an airtight container, preferably glass.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 3.3 calories, Carbohydrate 0.6 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 0.1 g, Sodium 0.5 mg, Sugar 0.1 g
BERBERE -- ETHIOPIAN RED PEPPER AND SPICE PASTE
This is a new discovery for me but I was quickly converted when this paste helped me make a wonderfully rich tomato sauce, full of deep flavours. Berbere spice paste has many variations. This is a mild form but you can certainly exchange some of the paprika for more cayenne pepper to make it hot and spicy. When you come to use it, in a tomato sauce for example, roast it for at least 5 minutes in your frying pan or sauce pot, adding water a few drops at a time to keep it from burning. The roasting helps the flavours develop.
Provided by Sackville
Categories Ethiopian
Time 30m
Yield 2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- In a heavy frying pan, toast the ginger, cardamom, coriander, fenugreek, nutmeg, cloves, cinnamon and allspice over a low heat for a minute or so.
- Stir constantly until they are heated through and then remove from the pan.
- Next you need to combine the toasted spices, onions, garlic, 1 tbsp of the salt and all of the wine together into a smooth paste.
- I prefer to do this in a mortar and pestle but if you have a blender that is good with small quantities that may work too.
- Next mix the paprika, cayenne pepper, black pepper and the rest of the salt in the frying pan and toast them over a low heat.
- Stir in the water 1/4 cup at a time and then add the spice and wine mixture.
- Stir vigorously and cook over the lowest possibly heat, stirring all the time, for an absolute minimum of 5 minutes and up to 10 or even 15 minutes if you can.
- Transfer the spice paste to a jar and pack it in tightly.
- Let the paste cool to room temperature and then cover with enough oil so it makes a film about 1/4 inch thick.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until ready to use.
- If you keep it covered with oil, the paste will last in the fridge for 5-6 months.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 425.7, Fat 22.1, SaturatedFat 3.5, Sodium 7061.1, Carbohydrate 67.2, Fiber 40.7, Sugar 12.5, Protein 16.9
ERITREAN BERBERE (RED PEPPER SPICE MIXTURE)
This is an easy variation of a staple of Eritrean cooking. This one uses dry spices, whereas the "real deal" is made by drying ,roasting, pounding and grinding. For the ground chili, use dried (preferably a hotter one). It is used in many dishes. Add oil to this to make a paste, called da'lik.
Provided by Outta Here
Categories Ethiopian
Time 15m
Yield 3 cups
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Combine all ingredients. Mix thoroughly.
- Store mixture in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 361.5, Fat 14.1, SaturatedFat 2.6, Sodium 6080.7, Carbohydrate 68.1, Fiber 36.1, Sugar 7.1, Protein 16.4
BERBERé (SPICY RED PEPPER PASTE)
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
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
Tips:
- Choose high-quality ingredients: The quality of your ingredients will greatly impact the flavor of your berbere. Use fresh, whole spices and avoid pre-ground spices, which can lose their flavor over time.
- Toast your spices before grinding: Toasting your spices before grinding will help to release their flavor and aroma. You can toast your spices in a dry skillet over medium heat for a few minutes, or in the oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes.
- Grind your spices finely: Berbere is a very fine powder, so it's important to grind your spices finely. You can use a spice grinder, a coffee grinder, or a mortar and pestle.
- Store your berbere in a cool, dark place: Berbere will keep for up to 6 months in a cool, dark place. Store it in an airtight container to prevent it from losing its flavor.
Conclusion:
Berbere is a versatile spice mixture that can be used to add flavor to a variety of dishes. It is commonly used in Ethiopian and Eritrean cuisine, but it can also be used in other cuisines. Berbere is a great way to add a complex, flavorful kick to your favorite recipes. With its vibrant red color and unique flavor profile, berbere is a must-have spice for any home cook. Experiment with different recipes and discover all the ways you can use this delicious spice mixture.
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