Homemade Harissa Powder

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Homemade Harissa Powder.

1. Step 1

   Start by carefully removing the stems and seeds from your dried chile peppers.

2. Step 2

   If they’re on the larger side, feel free to slice them in half or quarters to make handling easier.

3. Step 3

   Next, heat up a cast iron skillet over medium-low heat.

4. Step 4

   Once it’s warm, add the chiles and toast them gently, allowing them to heat through and letting any moisture evaporate.

5. Step 5

   This step is crucial for enhancing their flavor, so keep an eye on them! Once they’re nicely toasted, transfer the chiles to a wire rack to cool down.

6. Step 6

   In the same skillet, toss in cumin, coriander, caraway seeds, and peppercorns.

7. Step 7

   Toast these seeds over medium-low heat, stirring frequently to ensure they don’t burn.

8. Step 8

   You’ll know they’re ready when they become fragrant, which should take about three minutes.

9. Step 9

   Once toasted, move the seeds to a plate to cool off.

10. Step 10

    When everything has cooled, it’s time to bring out your mortar and pestle.

11. Step 11

    Grind the toasted chiles and seeds together until you achieve a coarse powder.

12. Step 12

    This is where the magic begins! Now, add in smoked paprika, garlic powder, smoked salt, dried parsley, and dried oregano to the mix.

13. Step 13

    Blend everything together until the spices are well combined and finely pulverized, creating a vibrant and aromatic harissa powder.

14. Step 14

    To keep your creation fresh, store the harissa powder in an airtight container.

15. Step 15

    It will stay good for up to a month, or until any of the individual ingredients reach their expiration date.

16. Step 16

    Enjoy the rich flavors of your homemade harissa powder in your favorite dishes, and let your culinary creativity shine!.