Green Harissa

A vibrant North African-inspired sauce made with fresh herbs, jalapeños, and aromatic spices. This verdant harissa combines cumin, coriander, and fresh herbs for a bright and spicy condiment.

8 servings
15 min

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons cumin seeds
  • 1 tablespoon coriander seeds
  • 3 whole jalapeños
  • 2 whole scallions
  • 1 clove garlic
  • ½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • ½ cup flat-leaf parsley
  • ½ cup fresh cilantro
  • ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon fine sea salt

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Lightly toast cumin and coriander seeds in a small skillet over medium heat, stirring often, until fragrant, 2-3 minutes; let cool. Purée seeds with jalapeños, scallions, garlic, oil, parsley, cilantro, lemon juice, and salt in a blender or food processor until smooth. DO AHEAD: Harissa can be made 5 days ahead. Press a piece of plastic wrap directly onto surface of harissa. Cover and chill.

    15 min

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