Makroudh is a traditional Tunisian semolina pastry. It means “diamond shape” in Arabic because these are small delights enjoyed throughout the North African region. It has also become popular in Malta and Turkey. Today’s article will list ingredients and instructions to make Makroudh. Read on!
Ingredients
Four cups of semolina flour
A half cup of vegetable oil
A half cup of unsalted butter
1/3 cup of warm water
One pinch of salt
One tablespoon of orange flower water
Four tablespoons of all-purpose flour
Two teaspoons of vanilla sugar
For the filling, you will need the following ingredients
Four cups of finely ground almonds
One or two cups of white sugar
One tablespoon of vanilla sugar
Two pinches of ground cinnamon
One dash of almond extract
For the syrup, you will need these ingredients
One 12-ounce jar of honey
Three tablespoons of orange flower water
Two cups of oil for frying
Three tablespoons of sesame seeds for garnishing
Instructions
Mix semolina, butter, oil, and salt in a large bowl
Rub semolina grains between your fingers
Use a kitchen towel to cover it and set aside
Combine orange blossom water and warm water to make the Makroudh
Gently add the mixture to the semolina with flour and vanilla sugar
Snead ingredients to make a soft dough
Add liquid for the softer and smoother dough
Now, combine ground almonds, vanilla sugar, cinnamon, and almond extract in a bowl
The purpose is to make the filling
Roll the mixture into two long logs
Set aside these logs
Divide semolina dough into two balls
Flatten the dough to make a rectangular shape
Press down in the rectangle’s center with your finger
The purpose is to make an indentation
Add filling logs and seal the rectangle
Now cut each log into diagonal parts or pieces
Reshape the cuts to achieve a uniform shape
Heat olive oil in a saucepan
Combine orange flower water and honey in the saucepan to make the syrup
Heat over medium-low heat and keep warm
Deep fry Makroudh in small batches for five minutes
Dip friend Makroudh into the honey syrup for one minute
Bambalouni is one of the best desserts or snacks people eat in Tunisia. It is a sweet Tunisian donut prepared with flour dough fried in oil. You can sprinkle Bambalouni with honey or sugar. Today’s article will list ingredients and instructions to make Bambalouni. Read on!
Ingredients
500 grams of all-purpose flour
One egg–white
A pinch of salt
One packet of yeast
One tablespoon of baking powder
One teaspoon of sugar
250 milliliters of water
Instructions
Dissolve the sugar/honey and yeast in warm water for five minutes
Add the flour in a container with egg white, baker’s yeast, and water
Mix everything to get a sticky and homogeneous mixture
Knead the dough with your hands for ten minutes
Cover and set aside for 60 minutes
Take a dough ball and make the Bambalouni
Now add the ball to hot oil and ensure it is golden brown on both sides
Harissa belongs to Tunisian cuisine. However, people throughout the Middle East enjoy this dish in winter. It combines wheat, lentils, rice, and meat, making it a delicious dish full of nutrients. Today’s article will list ingredients and instructions to make Tunisian Harissa. Read on!
Ingredients
One kilogram of boneless chicken, beef, or mutton
One cup of soaked green lentil
One cup of soaked wheat grain
A half cup of soaked rice
Two large onions – sliced
One pod of skinless garlic
Eight chopped green chilies
Three teaspoons of red chili powder
One teaspoon of crushed black pepper
Two teaspoons of dry coriander powder
One teaspoon of turmeric powder
Salt to taste
Some water
For mini kebabs, you will need the following ingredients
A half kilogram of minced chicken or beef
Two teaspoons of red chili powder
One teaspoon of cumin powder
One teaspoon of salt
Oil for frying
Instructions
Cook green lentils, meat, onion, garlic, green chilies, crushed black pepper, and red chili powder in a skillet
Add coriander powder, three glasses of water, and turmeric powder to the skillet
Continue cooking until the meat is soft or tender
Add rice to another skillet
Now add four glasses of water and wheat grain to the skillet
Cook until wheat grains are tender
Next, mix grains in the meat mixture and grin to make a coarse mixture
Put all the ground mixture in a large skillet
Cover the skillet and cook over a medium-high heat
Chicken Fricassee is a traditional French-Tunisian dish made of chicken stew with golden-brown chicken pieces with white mushroom sauce to create a creamy texture. It is one of the best family meals in Tunisia and other Middle Eastern countries. Let us tell how to make Chicken Fricassee.
Ingredients
For the chicken, you will need the following ingredients
Four chicken drumsticks
Four chicken thighs
One teaspoon of salt
A half teaspoon of black pepper
Four tablespoons of unsalted butter
For stew, you will need the following ingredients
300 grams of white mushrooms
Two medium brown onions
Two cloves of finely minced garlic
One bay leaf
Three thyme sprigs
Three tablespoons of flour
A half cup of chicken stock
¼ teaspoon of salt
¼ teaspoon of black pepper
¼ teaspoon of salt
¼ teaspoon of black pepper
Two tablespoons of chopped parsley
2/3 cup of heavy cream
Instructions
Use paper towels to pat the chicken dry and sprinkle it with salt and pepper
Melt butter over medium heat in a pot with a lid or a large skillet
Add chicken thighs and cook for 5-8 minutes
Turn and cook the other side for one to two minutes
Brown drumsticks for 2-3 minutes and remove from the skillet
Cook mushrooms and onions and stir garlic and flour for 30 seconds
Add wine and chicken stock and stir in the pot to dissolve residues
Now, return the chicken to the sauce
Cover it and simmer for 10-20 minutes
Uncover after 20 minutes and simmer for another 20 minutes
Remove the chicken and place it in a place
Add cream and stir again
Adjust the taste by adding some salt
Return chicken to the sauce and remove the stove
Sprinkle with parsley and serve it with mashed potato and rice
You won’t complete your culinary experiences in Tunisia without the Merguez recipe. The spicy sausage from Tunisia is a classic street food throughout the Middle East, particularly in Morocco. So, if you want to make the flavorful and aromatic Merguez, follow the instructions in this post. Read on!
Ingredients
One pound of sausages
A half teaspoon of cumin seeds
A half teaspoon of fennel seeds
A half teaspoon of coriander seeds
One pound of ground lamb
Two tablespoons of finely chopped cilantro
Two cloves of minced garlic
One or two teaspoons of kosher salt
One teaspoon of paprika
A half teaspoon of cayenne pepper – this is optional
Olive oil for cooking
And harissa for serving – this is optional
One teaspoon of paprika
Instructions
Toast coriander, cumin, and fennel seeds in a small skillet
Set the temperature to medium-low heat
Toasting should be no more than 1-2 minutes
Transfer warm spices to the grinder and mix well
You can also use mortar and pestle
Now combine all ingredients in a large bowl
Create lamb mixture into one-inch thick and five-inch-long cigars
You can also make cylindrical or patty shapes
Use oil to brush sausages and grill them until a brown texture is achieved
Marqa Jelbana is a unique and flavorful dish to enjoy with family and friends. You can find Marqa Jelbana in local bakeries in Tunisia. However, nothing matches the quality of homemade Marqa Jelbana. It has different veggies, meat, and olive oil, making it a rich source of proteins, vitamins, and antioxidants. So, let us help you make this dish. Read on!
Ingredients
One tablespoon of concentrated tomato
Onion
Garlic
Peas
Turmeric
Salt and pepper
Red pepper
Paprika
Spices
Chicken or lamb meat
Water and olive oil
Potato
Instructions
Add olive oil to a saucepan and brown the minced onion and crushed garlic
Now add the tomato concentrate, water, and spices
Use the concentrate appropriately to dilute well
Add peas and meat and pour in some water to cover these ingredients
Add potatoes cut into four equal parts after cooking the meat
Reduce the sauce to ensure it is not too thin or thick
Kabkabou is one of the most flavorful stews in Tunisia, made from fish and tomato. You will love the flavors of vegetables and the aromas of lemon, olives, and capers. Today’s article will list the ingredients and instructions to make Kabkabou.
Ingredients
One kilogram of big fillets of fish
Three onions
Three fresh tomatoes
Two tablespoons of tomato puree
Three garlic of minced garlic
Five tablespoons of olive oil
150 grams of pickled veggies
Green sweet peppers
Carrots
Olive capers
Cauliflower florets
Lemon
One green pepper
Black pepper, salt, red pepper, and coriander
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a saucepan
Fry green peppers in the saucepan
Add chopped onions, tomatoes, tomato puree, and garlic
Add salt, red peppers, black peppers, and coriander
Place the seasoned fish fillets in a sauce
Now steam the fillets for 10-15 minutes
Add picked veggies and cook for another five minutes
Serve the delicious dish to your family or friends
Ajlouk Qura’a is one of the best dishes in Tunisia, particularly among the French Jewish community. It is a salad made from various ingredients, including red peppers, zucchini, olive oil, garlic, harissa, and spice mix. So, let us now give you the list of ingredients and the instructions to make Ajlouk Qura’a.
Ingredients
One to two pounds of zucchini – cut it into one-inch-thick slices
One tablespoon of fresh lemon juice
One tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil
A half teaspoon of salt
A half teaspoon of caraway seeds
A half teaspoon of ground coriander
A half teaspoon of harissa
One clove of crushed garlic
¼ cup of crumbled feta cheese
Instructions
Use a large saucepan to place the zucchini
Cover with water to one inch above the zucchini
Bring to a boil and cook for 25-30 minutes
The purpose is to make zucchini tenderers
Mash zucchini with a fork
Now combine juice and the other six ingredients in a bowl
Tunisian cuisine is influenced by traditional Arab, African, and French flavors. Houria is one of the most flavorful salads you can find in almost Tunisian restaurants. However, if you want to make this salad at home, you can follow the list of ingredients and the step-by-step instructions in this post. Read on!
Ingredients
One pound of peeled and sliced carrots
Two tablespoons of olive oil
Two cloves of finely chopped garlic
A half teaspoon of salt
One teaspoon of ground caraway
A half teaspoon of harissa
Three tablespoons of chopped parsley
Two tablespoons of lemon juice
Two ounces of black olives
Four ounces of tuna in vegetable oil – this is optional
Two hard-boiled eggs – make sure you cut them into wedges
Black pepper to taste
Instructions
Simmer the carrots for 5-10 minutes in salted water
Mechouia salad is one of the best-grilled salads eaten by everyone in Tunisia. It contains tomatoes, red peppers, olive oil, herbs, and garlic. The unique thing about this salad is that you can make it without hassle. So, without further ado, let us make Mechouia salad. Read on!
Ingredients
Two or three pounds of bell pepper
Two large plum tomatoes
A half eggplant – this is optional
Two tablespoons of olive oil
One chili pepper
One sweet pepper
One medium-sized onion
Two cloves of garlic
Half lemon – juiced
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Start the process by chopping the veggies
Apply some oil to the grill
Now grill tomatoes, bell pepper, and eggplant
You can use a nonstick pan if the grill is not available
Peel the grilled vegetables after they are cool
Mash the chili pepper, sweet pepper, onion, and garlic
Now add the mixture to the grilled eggplant
Mash again for a few minutes
Mash tomatoes on a separate plate
Add the mashed tomatoes to a medium-sized bowl with veggies and a mixture
Add lemon juice, olive oil, and spices
Use capers and olives for garnishing
Service hot to your family or friends
Note: If you want a perfect and authentic texture, we recommend mashing the veggies with your hand. A food processor is not good because it will cause runny veggies. Thus, you won’t achieve authentic consistency.
