Organic Harissa | spice blend

What is it about / Product description

Organic Harissa is a North African–inspired, hot and spicy seasoning blend that is carefully composed by Biova in Germany. The finely ground, bright red mixture of chili, garlic and aromatic herbs gives dishes a distinctive, piquant note. As a dry harissa spice, it can be dosed precisely and used flexibly in both hot and cold dishes.

By using selected organic ingredients and gentle processing at Biova, a harmonious interplay of heat, spice and herbal aromas is created. The blend is free from artificial additives and offers a clear, well-controllable flavor profile. Thanks to its dry form, the aroma remains stable for a long time and is ideal for regular use in everyday cooking.

In use, Organic Harissa proves to be particularly versatile: use the powder directly to season couscous, stews or oven-roasted vegetables, or mix it with oil and a little water to form a paste. This way you can refine marinades, dips, sauces and grilled dishes in no time and bring authentic, oriental seasoning to the plate with this harissa spice preparation from Biova.

Origin

The recipe is based on traditional harissa blends from Tunisia and Morocco, but is produced and packaged in Germany. Biova thus combines North African flavors with German quality and safety standards. The result is a consistently high-quality organic seasoning blend.

Cultivation / Production / Harvest

The spices used come from controlled organic farming, where synthetic pesticides and mineral fertilizers are avoided. After harvesting, the raw materials are gently dried, ground separately and then precisely blended at Biova. Filling is carried out in food-safe pouches to optimally protect freshness and aroma until use.

Special features

Characteristic is the finely tuned balance between heat, spice and herbs, which enables a complex yet well-manageable heat profile. The organic quality of the ingredients and the careful processing ensure a clean, authentic flavor profile. Compared to ready-made harissa pastes, the dry blend has a longer shelf life and can be used directly as needed or freshly mixed into a paste.

Differences in origin and processing

Harissa blends differ in degree of heat, herb content and composition depending on the country of origin. While some varieties are very chili-heavy and extremely hot, Biova relies on a well-balanced recipe that is also suitable for everyday cooking. Production as a dry powder without oil or water reduces the risk of spoilage and allows for a shelf-stable, aromatic seasoning blend.

Taste & aroma

On the nose, Organic Harissa shows an intense chili note, accompanied by garlic, cumin and warm herbs. In terms of taste, the blend is piquant to hot, with spicy and slightly smoky nuances. Depending on the dosage, the spectrum ranges from pleasantly fiery to distinctly hot, while remaining aromatic and multi-layered.

Ingredients

• Chilies*
• Garlic*
• Cumin*
• Coriander*
• Paprika*
• Salt
• other herbs and spices* in organic quality

*from controlled organic farming

Possible uses

• For seasoning couscous, rice dishes, stews and oven-roasted vegetables.
• As a base for marinades for meat, fish, tofu or grilled vegetables.
• Stirred with oil and a little water into a paste for dips, sauces and spreads.

Product specification

• Country of origin: Germany (production)
• Grain size: finely ground spice blend
• Color: reddish to red-brown
• Weight per unit: 1.0 kg
• Packaging unit: 1 pouch (1.0 kg)