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Berbere Spice Blend

This authentic Ethiopian spice is traditionally the main flavor staple in many dishes in North Africa. With the array of spices, sweet and hot, it pairs great as a rub, in marinades or with lentils.

Makes 2 cups | Active Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 20 minutes
Step 1: Preparing the Spice Blend
  • 2 tsp coriander seeds
  • 1 tsp fenugreek seeds
  • 1⁄2 tsp black peppercorns
  • 1⁄4 tsp whole allspice
  • 6 white cardamom pods
  • 4 whole cloves
  • 1⁄2 cup dried onion flakes
  • 5 dried chiles de árbol (also known as 'bird's beak,' stemmed, seeded and broken into small pieces
  • 3 tbsp paprika or smoked paprika
  • 1⁄2 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1⁄2 tsp ground ginger
  • 1⁄2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 tsp sea salt (optional)

To prepare the spice blend, add all the ingredients into a spice grinder.

Blend thoroughly and store in a sealed container.

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