Ethiopian Berberé

Cds Berbere This Ethiopian disk makes for an excellent meat rub and marinade addition. You can make it as hot or mild as you like – just play with the chilli amount.

Makes about 1/2 cup

Grind the following:

  • 1/4 cup dried chillis
  • 3/4 teaspoon whole fenugreek
  • 6 cardamom pods
  • 1/2 teaspoon whole coriander
  • 1/2 teaspoon whole cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
  • 3 tablespoons paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon dried ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried garlic powder
  • 4 cloves
  • 3 cm cinnamon stick
  • 4 allspice seeds