# Tunisian Harissa Paste with Caraway and Coriander
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Updated: 2026-07-28
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A practical, source-aware recipe for tunisian harissa paste, with the history kept close to the method.
## Timing and Yield
- Prep: 25 minutes
- Cook: 5 minutes
- Total: 30 minutes
- Yield: About 250 ml
## Ingredients
- 80 g dried red chiles
- 4 garlic cloves
- 1 tsp caraway seeds
- 1 tsp coriander seeds
- 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
- 1 tsp fine salt
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 60 ml olive oil
## Method
1. Soften the chiles: Remove stems and most seeds, cover chiles with hot water, and soak for 20 minutes.
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   Image description: Step 1: Soften the chiles for Tunisian Harissa Paste.
2. Toast the spices: Toast caraway, coriander, and cumin briefly, then grind.
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   Image description: Step 2: Toast the spices for Tunisian Harissa Paste.
3. Blend: Drain chiles and blend with garlic, spices, salt, lemon juice, and half the oil.
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   Image description: Step 3: Blend for Tunisian Harissa Paste.
4. Jar: Spoon into a clean jar and cover the surface with the remaining oil.
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   Image description: Step 4: Jar for Tunisian Harissa Paste.
## Storage
Refrigerate in a clean jar for up to 1 week. Keep the surface covered and use a clean spoon.
## History Context
Harissa is deeply associated with Tunisia, but recipes vary by household, chile, region, and use; this is one editorial formulation.
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- Description: Tunisian Harissa Paste, presented as a food-focused editorial visualization by The Foods That Shaped Us.
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## Sources
1. Flavor Forecast 2026. McCormick. https://www.mccormick.com/pages/flavor-forecast-2026