Filfel Chuma

Ingredients

What you’ll need

• 15 dried red chilies (sweet paprika and hot cayenne)
• 10 cloves garlic (peeled)
• 1.5 tbsp ground cumin
• 1.5 tbsp ground caraway
• 1 tsp sweet paprika
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil

Method

How it comes together

1. 1

   Rehydrate dried chilies in boiling water for 25 minutes. Drain thoroughly.

2. 2

   In a food processor, blend the rehydrated chilies and raw garlic cloves into a smooth, coarse paste.

3. 3

   Stir in ground cumin, caraway, paprika, salt, and slowly drizzle in olive oil until a glossy, thick paste forms.

4. 4

   Place in a pan and heat gently on low (180°F / 82°C) for 10 minutes to sweeten the garlic and meld flavors. Store in a jar topped with olive oil.