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1 - New recipes are saved to the Experimental Mouffette and is labeled : Untested
2 - As I'm working out the changes I'd like to make (if any) it is labeled : Testing
3 - Once I think I've got the correct formula it is labeled : Test 1
4 - IF I am able to reproduce the effect a second time it is labeled : Test 2 - if I am not able to reproduce the effect, it remains Test 1
5 - The same process as step 4 is used to graduate it to Test 3
6 - Once I have been able to reproduce the effect successfully 3 times, it graduates to my main blog, La Mouffette Gourmande

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Tuesday, April 28, 2026

Green Harissa - Untested


Schmear this on sandwiches, use it to marinate shrimp or chicken, or spoon a dollop onto eggs.

Makes about 2 cups

½ onion, halved
1 tomatillo, husk removed, rinsed
1 jalapeño, halved, seeds removed from 1 half
4 garlic cloves, peeled
1 tablespoon plus ½ cup olive oil
2 cups cilantro leaves with tender stems (from about ½ bunch)
2 cups parsley leaves with tender stems (from about ½ bunch)
2 cups trimmed arugula
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon chopped preserved lemon or 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper
  1. Preheat oven to 350°. Toss onion, tomatillo, jalapeño, garlic, and 1 Tbsp. oil on a rimmed baking sheet. Roast, tossing once, until vegetables are soft, 12–15 minutes. Let cool.
  2. Purée vegetables in a food processor along with cilantro, parsley, arugula, vinegar, preserved lemon, and remaining ½ cup oil until smooth; season with salt and pepper.
  3. Harissa can be made 3 days ahead. Cover and chill.

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