Berber — The Bold Heart of Ethiopian Cuisine
Few spice blends command a kitchen quite like Berber. This iconic Ethiopian spice mix is smoky, complex, and deeply aromatic — a blend that has been at the centre of East African cooking for centuries. The Spice Factory's Berber brings that same bold character to your home kitchen, making it effortless to create dishes with real depth and authenticity.
Flavour Profile
Expect a warming, layered heat with earthy spice notes and a subtle smokiness. Bold enough to stand up to slow-cooked meats and hearty lentils, yet versatile enough for a quick weeknight marinade.
How to Use Berber
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Meat & Poultry: Sprinkle over chicken, lamb, or beef before grilling, roasting, or pan-frying. Use 1 teaspoon per piece.
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Lentils & Stews: Stir 2–3 tablespoons into lentil stews, chickpea curries, or slow-cooked braises for an authentic Ethiopian flavour.
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African-Inspired Dishes: A natural partner for injera, rice, couscous, or roasted vegetables.
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Berber Dip: Mix 1 teaspoon into 100mL of natural yoghurt, sour cream, or cream cheese for a bold, crowd-pleasing dip.
Signature Recipe: Berber Chicken with Lentils
Serves 6
Ingredients
- 2–3 tablespoons Berber Spice Mix
- 6 chicken thighs (skin-on)
- 1 cup Indigo, French Green or Beluga Caviar lentils
- 2 cups diced onions
- 1 cup diced carrot
- 1 cup diced tomato
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cups water
- Salt & pepper
Method
- Preheat oven to 180°C.
- Sauté onions, carrots, garlic, and ginger in olive oil until tender (5–7 minutes).
- Add spice mix and sauté for a further 2–3 minutes.
- Add lentils, tomatoes, salt, and water. Bring to a boil, cover, and simmer on low until al dente (30 minutes).
- Season chicken with salt and pepper. Sear skin-side down in a hot pan until golden and crispy (6–8 minutes each side).
- Serve chicken over the lentils.
Ingredients
Spices, Salt, Dehydrated Vegetable.
Size: 70g NET | 100% Gluten Free | No MSG Added | 100% Natural
Made in Australia from local and imported ingredients.
