Recipe courtesy of Hawa Hassan

Berbere

  • Level: Easy
  • Yield: 1/2 cup
  • Total: 10 min
  • Active: 5 min
Berbere is the primary spice mix from Ethiopia and Eritrea. Every region and family makes their own version, but they're all a great balance of warmth and spice. This version, made with toasted ground spices rather than whole, comes together very quickly and will keep in your pantry for several months. Use it as a spice rub or as a base for soups and stews.
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Ingredients

1/4 cup New Mexico chile powder

2 tablespoons sweet paprika 

1 teaspoon ground cayenne 

1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom 

1/2 teaspoon ground coriander 

1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 

1/2 teaspoon ground ginger 

1/2 teaspoon mustard powder 

1/2 teaspoon granulated onion 

1/4 teaspoon ground allspice 

1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 

1/4 teaspoon ground cloves 

1/4 teaspoon garlic powder 

1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Directions

  1. Combine all the spices in a small skillet. Toast over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Let cool completely. This spice blend will keep, tightly sealed, in your pantry for several months. For longer storage, keep in the freezer.

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