Harissa

HARISSA
INGREDIENTS
• 6 ounces dried red chilies, seeded and stems removed
• 12 cloves garlic, peeled
• 1 tablespoon coriander, ground
• 1 tablespoon ground cumin
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 1 tablespoon dried mint
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1/2 cup olive oil
DIRECTIONS
1. Place the chilies, garlic, ground coriander, cumin, salt mint and cilantro into a blender or food processor. If the mixture is too dry, add a bit of the olive oil. Store in a bowl or jar in the refrigerator with the remaining oil poured in a layer over the top.
2. Make sure that the surface is covered with a layer of oil each time you use some. When you run out of Harissa you can use the oil to add flavor to fried or baked dishes.
NOTE: I make only half of this recipe which makes enough to fill up about a 6oz jar.