‘Berbere’ is a chili-based spice blend serves as a signature seasoning in the cuisines of Ethiopia and Eritrea. ‘Berbere’ is used as a dry rub to enhance the flavor of meats and vegetables in roasting & grilling. It adds earthy texture, wonderful flavor and a zesty hot flavor to stews, stir-fries & sauces
Fry a finely chopped onion in 1tbsp oil, with1tsp of mild paprika and 3tbsp of the dry ‘Berbere spice mixture. Fry for five minutes and either use immediately or allow to cool and refrigerate for up to two weeks for later use. Recipe for Ethiopean Spiced Butter (Niter Kebbeh): In a large sauté pan mix in ½ cup unsalted butter, 4 garlic cloves, halved, 3-inch piece ginger, peeled and sliced, 1 jalapeño, halved, , 1tbsp ‘Berbere’ spice mix , cook over low heat for 15 minutes, remove from heat and set aside.
Yes, there is heat in this spice mixture, but the complexity and balance show through.
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Claire Rogel
Kalustyan's is the only Berbere blend I trust
This is one of my absolute favorite spice blends! I bought one by the same name once for my sister, at a shop by her house, and it was overwhelmingly cayenne, none of the beautiful complexity and richness in this blend. Just the best!
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Jane Russell
Look no further
Me too! Obviously reading same recipe and had no question about where to find this spice. Thank goodness for Kalustyans!
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Howard A Jenkins
Very good for authentic Ethiopian dish
I was reading a recipe in Bon Appitte and it called for Berbere seasoning of course I didn’t have any but I knew Kalustyans would now when I want to make a good Ethiopian dinner I have the authentic spice
