What Is Harissa?
Harissa is a bold, aromatic North African chilli paste made from sun-dried peppers, garlic, olive oil, and warming spices such as coriander and cumin. A staple of Tunisian and Maghreb cuisine, it is prized for its perfect balance of heat, smokiness, and depth of flavour.
Harissa can be used as a marinade, condiment, or cooking base, and it has the ability to transform everyday meals into vibrant Mediterranean dishes. Its versatility has helped it grow rapidly in popularity across the United Kingdom—appearing everywhere from gourmet delis and street-food stalls to home kitchens. Today, harissa is widely used in sandwiches, stirred into soups and stews, mixed into pasta sauces, or simply enjoyed as a dipping or finishing flavour.
From roasted vegetables and grilled meats to dips, seafood dishes, and grain bowls, harissa is a powerful and adaptable ingredient that brings excitement and warmth to cooking.
Recipe Inspiration Using Harissa
Harissa Roasted Vegetables
Toss cauliflower, carrots, sweet potatoes or Brussels sprouts with harissa and olive oil, then roast until caramelised. Serve warm or over couscous or mhamsa.
Recommended product: Mahjoub Traditional Harissa
Harissa Grilled Chicken
Marinate chicken in yoghurt, lemon, olive oil and harissa, then grill. Ideal for summer dining or quick mid-week meals.
Try with Mahjoub Lemon & Capers Harissa
Harissa Hummus
Stir a spoonful of harissa into classic hummus for a spicy twist. Serve with pita or raw vegetables.
For an intense flavour, use Mahjoub Tunisian Harissa Paste
Harissa Roasted Salmon
Glaze salmon with harissa and honey, then roast until tender. Serve with salad or steamed vegetables.
Best paired with Mahjoub Sweet Pepper Harissa
Harissa & Aubergine Dip
Roast a whole aubergine, peel and mash the flesh, then mix with harissa, garlic and lemon juice.
We recommend Mahjoub Traditional Harissa for its subtle smokiness.
Explore Our Full Harissa Collection
Discover the complete range of authentic Tunisian harissa from Moulins Mahjoub, produced from organically grown heirloom peppers and Mediterranean ingredients. Should you visit Tunisia, you will taste harissa is almost every dish.
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