BERBERE
This is from the Congo Cookbook and states: Berbere is an Ethiopian spice mixture that is the flavoring foundation of Ethiopian cuisine, a basic ingredient in Dabo Kolo, Doro Wat, and many other dishes. A milder berbere can be made by substituting paprika for some or most of the red pepper. Berbere is sometimes made as a dry spice mix, and is sometimes made with oil or water to form a paste. Starting with whole spices, the various nuts and seeds and dried red chile peppers, then pan-roasting, grinding, and mixing them will produce the most authentic berbere. However, perfectly satisfactory results can be obtained using already ground or powdered spices. Red wine seems to be a non-Ethiopian addition, but it works well. Yield and prep time is estimated.
Provided by Chabear01
Categories Sauces
Time 30m
Yield 1/2 cup
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a heavy skillet over medium heat, toast the dried spices for a few minutes - stirring or shaking the skillet continuously to avoid scorching.
- Remove from heat and allow to cool.
- If making dry berbere powder: grind the mixture in a spice grinder or blender, or use a mortar and pestle.
- Store the berbere powder in a tightly-sealed container.
- If making a berbere paste: combine the toasted spices with the fresh ginger, onions or shallots, garlic, and oil (water, or wine).
- Grind together in a blender or with a mortar and pestle.
- Store the berbere paste in a tightly-sealed container.
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