Filfel Chuma

This is the hot condiment of Libyan Jews, originally prepared from dried sweet and hot peppers. This recipe offers a significant shortcut, provided you can obtain top quality cayenne pepper.  
 

• 10 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon high quality hot paprika (cayenne pepper)
• 4 tablespoons high quality sweet paprika
• 1 level teaspoon ground caraway
• 1 level teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 cup oil, plus more oil, to cover
• 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon salt
  
  Mix the ingredients into a smooth paste. Taste and adjust the seasoning. Transfer to a sterilized jar, cover with two tablespoons of oil to prevent spoilage, and store in the refrigerator. It keeps for a long time. 

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