Spice Paste Berbere

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Ethiopia beef stewed in red pepper paste recipe calls for this blend of spice paste.

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Steps

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In a cast-iron skillet , toast the ginger , cardamom , coriander , fenugreek , nutmeg , cloves , cinnamon , and allspice over low heat.

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Do not burn , this should only take a minute or so.

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Set aside to cool.

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Combine the spices , onions , garlic , 1 tablespoon of the salt , and 3 tablespoons water in a small jar of a blender and blend until smooth.

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Combine the paprika , cayenne pepper , black pepper , and the remaining tablespoon of salt in the skillet and toast over low heat for a minute or so.

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Stir in the water , 1 / 4 cup at a time.

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Then stir in the blended mixture.

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Stirring vigorously , cook over the lowest possible heat for 10-15 minutes.

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Transfer the berbere to a jar , packing it in tightly.

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Let the paste cook to room temperature , then cover with a film of oil.

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Store in the refrigerator between use.

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Ingredients

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ginger, ground cardamom, ground coriander, ground fenugreek, ground nutmeg, ground cloves, ground cinnamon, ground allspice, onions, garlic, salt, paprika, ground cayenne pepper, ground black pepper, water