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Ethiopian Berbere Spice Blend Recipe

Berbere is a traditional Ethiopian spice blend integral to many dishes across the country. It adds a warm, aromatic flavor to some of Ethiopia's most beloved recipes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Condiment
Cuisine Ethiopian
Servings 10
Calories 41 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • Whole red chillies - 10
  • Peppercorns - 10
  • Allspice berry - 5
  • Holy basil seeds - 1 tsp
  • Fenugreek seeds - 2 tsp
  • Cloves - 4
  • Cumin seeds - 1 tbsp
  • Koraima - ½ tsp
  • Ground ginger - 1 tbsp
  • Ground coriander - ½ tsp
  • Ground cinnamon - ½ tsp
  • Ground nutmeg - 1 tsp
  • Paprika - 3 tbsp
  • Salt - 1 tsp

Instructions
 

  • Heat a small frying pan over a high heat and add the chillies.
  • Toast the chillies in the pan for 3-5 minutes, until fragrant and smoky. Make sure to stir frequently and shake the pan to prevent them burning. 
  • Once toasted, transfer the chillies to a bowl and allow them to cool.
  • Add the cooled chillies and the whole spices to a spice grinder and grind until they become a fine powder. Transfer the contents to a bowl.
  • In the same bowl, mix in all of the other ground spices until completely combined. 
  • Sore your berbere spice mix in an airtight container for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Calories: 41kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 2gFat: 1gSodium: 242mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3g
Keyword Ethiopian Berbere Spice Blend Recipe
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