Harissa is a north African hot red sauce or paste whose main ingredients are chili peppers (often smoked or dried) and garlic. Though most closely associated with Tunisia and Algeria, it is a standard ingredient of north African cuisine. Harissa often contains seeds like coriander, caraway or cumin and usually olive oil. It may also contain tomatoes. It is used both as a condiment and as an ingredient in recipes. In Tunisia, harissa is served at virtually every meal as part of an appetizer. It is used as an ingredient in a meat (goat or lamb) or fish stew with vegetables and as a flavoring for couscous. It is also used for lablab, a popular chickpea soup usually eaten for breakfast.

Authentic harissa from Tunisia. Most commonly used in meat (goat or lamb) or fish stews and in couscous, but it can also be used to flavor any dish. Main ingredients are chili peppers (often smoked or dried) and garlic. Gourmet north African hot red chili paste.

Best Sellers Rank: See Top 100 in Grocery & Gourmet Food. Specialty: Smoked. Weight: 70 Grams. Package Information: Jar. Brand: Le Phare du Cap Bon. Flavor: Chili. : B0013XYVB2. Manufacturer: Le Phare du Cap Bon. Item model number: 13116. Product Dimensions: 6.4 x 1.7 x 1.2 inches; 2.47 Ounces. Is Discontinued By Manufacturer: No.