Figurative language takes many different forms in linguistics and literature. A simile is a comparison of two things using the words like or as. A metaphor is a more direct comparison of two things.
But instead of using the spice blend in a savory braise, I used it in Moon over Tunisia (Baharat) Cookies. The aroma and flavor were hauntingly evocative. After that success, I began playing around with a close relative of baharatâras el hanoutâwhich is reputed to be the soul of Moroccan cooking.ut instead of using the spice blend in a savory braise, I used it in Moon over Tunisia (Baharat) Cookies. The aroma and flavor were hauntingly evocative. After that success, I began playing around with a close relative of baharatâras el hanoutâwhich is reputed to be the soul of Moroccan cooking.
This Harissa recipe is lacking a key ingredient, in my opinion, to make it authentic: cumin seeds. The ratio of seeds that I've found to work well is 3-2-1 as in 3 tsp. cumin seeds, 2 tsp. coriander seeds, and 1 tsp. caraway seeds. I also prefer heat in Harissa which is also sorely lacking here.