Name: Easy Algerian Sauce
Cook time: 5 min
Ingredients: 1 small red onion very finely chopped (about half a cup); 2 Tbsp chopped cilantro; 1-2 crushed cloves garlic crushed; 1 cup of Mayonnaise; 1-2 Tbsp lemon juice to taste; 3-6 Tbsp harissa paste 3 for mild-medium spice up to 6 for hot; 1.5 Tbsp tomato paste; 1 Tsp ground cumin; 1 Tsp sugar

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Easy Algerian Sauce

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Algerian sauce, also called sauce Algerienne is a delicious chunky spicy sauce perfect for making French tacos or using it as a dip or spread and comes together in just a few minutes.

Course Side

Cook Time 5

Calories 155

Ingredients

1 small red onion very finely chopped (about half a cup)
2 Tbsp chopped cilantro
1-2 crushed cloves garlic crushed
1 cup of Mayonnaise
1-2 Tbsp lemon juice to taste
3-6 Tbsp harissa paste 3 for mild-medium spice up to 6 for hot
1.5 Tbsp tomato paste
1 Tsp ground cumin
1 Tsp sugar

Instructions

Finely chop red onion, cilantro, and crush one clove of garlic into a small-medium size glass bowl.
Add mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 3 tablespoons harissa paste, tomato paste, cumin, and sugar to the bowl.
Whisk well with a fork or balloon whisk until all ingredients are well-incorporated.
Taste and adjust seasoning: add more lemon juice for tang, garlic for extra flavor, and harissa paste for spiciness.
Use immediately or refrigerate for at least an hour to enhance flavors.

Nutrition

Calories: 155kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 16g