Pilpelchuma Is the Bold Libyan Spice Paste Ottolenghi Calls the “New Harissa”

Pilpelchuma is a bold Libyan spice paste that Ottolenghi calls the "new harissa." It is pungent, spicy, and earthy, made with ingredients like dried red chili, lemon juice, paprika, cumin, and garlic. It can be used in soups, stews, marinades, or as a condiment. Ottolenghi's version can be purchased, or you can make your own. Use it to cook dishes like pilpelchuma sweet potatoes, carrots with coriander and olives, bean bowl, Brussels sprouts with macadamia nuts, and roasted potato salad with radish microgreens.