Harissa is a north african chile paste made from sun dried chile peppers and a few other ingredients. It can be simple, just chiles, garlic, salt, and oil, or can have added spices for a more flavorful sauce. Stir it into soups and stews, use it to roast vegetables, enjoy with couscous and pasta, as a sandwich spread, in dressings, or as a side to spice up any meal