SPICE PASTE (BERBERE)

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Make and share this Spice Paste (Berbere) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Charlotte J

Categories     Ethiopian

Time 40m

Yield 1 batch

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 teaspoon ginger
1 teaspoon ground cardamom
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon ground fenugreek
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon ground allspice
2 tablespoons finely chopped onions
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 tablespoons salt
2 cups paprika
2 tablespoons ground cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 1/2 cups water

Steps:

  • In a cast-iron skillet, toast the ginger, cardamom, coriander, fenugreek, nutmeg, cloves, cinnamon, and allspice over low heat.
  • Do not burn, this should only take a minute or so.
  • Set aside to cool.
  • Combine the spices, onions, garlic, 1 tablespoon of the salt, and 3 tablespoons water in a small jar of a blender and blend until smooth.
  • Combine the paprika, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and the remaining tablespoon of salt in the skillet and toast over low heat for a minute or so.
  • Stir in the water, 1/4 cup at a time.
  • Then stir in the blended mixture.
  • Stirring vigorously, cook over the lowest possible heat for 10-15 minutes.
  • Transfer the berbere to a jar, packing it in tightly.
  • Let the paste cook to room temperature, then cover with a film of oil.
  • Store in the refrigerator between use.

dra. jinnette paulino
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I'm so glad I found this spice paste. It's a great way to add some flavor to my everyday meals.


Dk K
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This spice paste is a great way to add some excitement to your meals. I've been using it to spice up my chicken, fish, and vegetables.


mggg majid
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I'm really happy with this spice paste. It's easy to use and it adds a lot of flavor to my dishes.


Kasimma Obasi
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This spice paste is a bit pricey, but it's definitely worth the money. It's so flavorful and it lasts a long time.


Dylan Mcgarr
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I'm really impressed with the quality of this spice paste. It's made with all-natural ingredients and it tastes amazing.


Kredible1
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This spice paste is a great way to add some variety to my meals. I've been using it to make all sorts of different dishes.


Ivy Seru
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I'm so glad I decided to try this spice paste. It's now a staple in my kitchen.


Jayleen Marin
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This spice paste is a bit spicy, but it's not overpowering. It's the perfect amount of heat for me.


Eric Mostek
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I love the rich, earthy flavor of this spice paste. It's perfect for adding a touch of warmth to my dishes.


Sanaullah zahree2020
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This spice paste is a great way to add some excitement to your everyday meals. I've been using it to spice up my chicken, fish, and vegetables.


Sibtain Ali
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I'm really impressed with this spice paste. It's so easy to use and it adds a ton of flavor to my dishes.


Ahsan Ch
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This spice paste is a bit pricey, but it's worth every penny. It's so flavorful and it lasts a long time.


RAZA BHAI
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. I've been looking for a good berbere spice paste for ages.


Opeyemi Adekunle
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This spice paste is a must-have for any Ethiopian food lover. It's so versatile and it really brings out the flavors of the other ingredients.


Noah Teter
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I love the smoky flavor of this spice paste. It's perfect for adding depth to stews and curries.


Stories to Tell
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This spice paste is so easy to make and it really packs a punch. I've been using it to add flavor to all sorts of dishes.


Hend Elfeky
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I'm not usually a fan of spicy food, but this berbere spice paste is the exception. It's got a nice kick, but it's not overpowering.


Sidra Amir
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This spice paste is amazing! I used it to make a chicken stew and it was the best stew I've ever had.


Nekarra Allen
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I've tried a lot of berbere spice pastes, but this one is by far the best. It's so flavorful and versatile.


Alamin Vai Officials
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This berbere spice paste is a game-changer! It adds a smoky, earthy flavor to my dishes that I just can't get enough of.