What is Traditional Harissa?
The traditional harissa, known as “Arbi” is made by grinding sun-dried red peppers with garlic, salt, spices and extra virgin olive oil.
History and Origin of Harissa:
With roots in Northern Africa, Harissa is Ubiquitous in Mediterranean pantries; especially in Tunisian cuisine .Harissa’s exact place of origin is uncertain. However, many believe the blend was first created in the spice markets of Tunisia, the first African nation to incorporate chili peppers into cuisine during a 16th century Spanish occupation. Today, Tunisia remains the world’s top exporter of Harissa, though many other countries and spice distributors also produce the fiery mixture.
Uses of Harissa:
Across Tunisia, Harissa is often made in advance and stored for use in a variety of dishes. This orangey-red in color sauce is used not only as a condiment for grilled meats and fish or stirred into soups and stews for a hot kick but, is also an integral part of a countless variety of recipes and numerous Tunisian dishes.
Nutrional Values:
Sun-dried peppers are full of flavor and just add a colorful burst to your next Mediterranean recipe.
| Nutrional Values & Energatic Average for 100 gr |
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| Energy |
15Kj/ 240 Kcal |
| Oily materials Saturated fatty acid |
0.6 g 0.1 g |
| Carbohydrates Sugars |
7.8 g 1.6 g |
| Protein |
1.8 g |
| Salt |
6.73 g |
| Health Benefits of Cayenne Peppers |
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Cardiovascular Benefits
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Red chili peppers, such as cayenne, have been shown to reduce blood cholesterol, triglyceride levels, and platelet aggregation, while increasing the body's ability to dissolve fibrin, a substance integral to the formation of blood clots. |
| Boost Immunity |
The bright color of red chili peppers signals its high content of beta-carotene or pro-vitamin A. Just two teaspoons of red chili peppers provide about 6% of the daily value for vitamin C coupled with more than 10% of the daily value for vitamin A |
| Improves Metabolism |
Spicy peppers revs up the metabolic rate by generating the thermogenic processes in our body that generates heat. |
| Reduces Cancer Risk |
Since the capsaicin in pepper flesh has anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, it is being studied as a cancer-fighter. It reduces the growth of prostate cancer cells, while leaving normal cells unharmed. |
| Fight the Flu, Colds and Fungal Infections |
Hot peppers are chalked full of beta carotene and antioxidants that support your immune system and will aid in fighting off colds and the flu. |
| Benefits the Digestive Tract |
Pepper powder provides trace amounts of anti-oxidants and other chemicals to aid digestive issues such as, healing an upset stomach, reducing intestinal gas, curing diarrhea and acting as a natural remedy for cramps. |
| SPECIFICATIONS |
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| Type of Vegetabes |
Sun dried Cayenne Pepper |
| Jar Weight |
190 gr |
| INGREDIENTS |
| Sundried Red Pepper |
| Garlic |
| Caraway seeds |
| Cumin |
| Coriander |
| Salt |
| Olive Oil |
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