Berbere
Berbere
Berbere is Ethiopian cuisine’s signature spice mix. This MSG-free, complex seasoning is also called berbere spice, berbere seasoning, or berbere spice mix.
Berbere, pronounced “BER-ber-ay", is the Ethiopian word for pepper. This spicy blend features warmth from black pepper and paprika and heat from cayenne, meaning it delivers peppery flavor on several different levels.
Berbere is popular with independent spice shops; seasoning companies; olive oil shops; coffee shops; Mexican and African restaurants; butchers; and caterers.
Flavor profile
Berbere is spicy and smoky, with sweet notes and earthy undertones.
How to Use
Berbere can be used as a dry rub for meats, or a seasoning for stews, lentils and grains. It can be made into a simple, flavor-packed condiment like a traditional Ethiopian Awaze Sauce. Saute Berbere with onions to make a base for soups and stews like the Ethiopian chicken stew, Doro Wat. It is a key ingredient in Spinach and Egg Shakshuka and Sambousek. Use it to give a spicy twist to burgers, meatballs, lentils and beans, and roast chicken.
Berbere is delicious on ribs, steaks, chicken, stew, meatballs, beef, kebabs, in barbecue sauce, with potatoes, cauliflower, collard greens, peanuts, popcorn, stirred into yogurt, and tossed over pizza.
| Ingredients | Cayenne, paprika, pepper flakes, fenugreek, clove, ginger, turmeric, cardamom, black pepper, cumin, sea salt, coriander, cinnamon, and allspice |
| Also Called | Berbere spice, berbere seasoning, or berbere spice mix |
| Recommended Uses | Sauces, dips, marinades, roasted and grilled meats, stews, soups, sturdy vegetables |
| Flavor Profile | Spicy, herbaceous, woodsy and sweet |
| Cuisine | Ethiopian |
| How To Store | Airtight container in a cool, dark place |
| Shelf Life | 6-12 months |
| Country of Origin | USA |
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size1 tsp
Amount Per Serving
Calories9
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g1%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Trans Fat0g
Polyunsaturated Fat0g
Monounsaturated Fat0g
Cholesterol0mg0%
Sodium26.7mg1%
Total Carbohydrate1.8g1%
Dietary Fiber0.9g4%
Total Sugars0.2g
Added Sugars0g0%
Sugar Alcohol0.0g
Protein0.4g0%
Vitamin D0mcg0%
Calcium8mg1%
Iron1mg3%
Potassium39mg1%
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice. These values were calculated and therefore are approximate. For more accuracy, testing is advised.
