10 Basic Tunisian food ingredients
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- 04 Oct 2022
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Do you have a plan to cook traditional Tunisian food? I have listed ten basic Tunisian food ingredients. The secret of delicious Tunisian food is the fresh and local ingredients. Get the products listed below in your pantry. In no time, you have a delicious meal on the table.
10 basic Tunisian food ingredients
1. Harissa
2. Couscous
3. Parsley
4. Semolina
5. Tomato paste
6. Spices
7. Garlic
8. Green pepper
9. Eggs
10. Olive oil
Harissa
Harissa is a Tunisian hot chili pepper paste made of dried chili peppers, olive oil, garlic, salt, caraway, and coriander. The greatest thing about harissa is that it is a very versatile ingredient. It works perfectly in soups, stews, spreads, marinades, pasta, and salads.
During your stay in Tunisia, you will get to know this hot chili paste. In many dishes, harissa brings spiciness and a richer taste to the food. It’s one of the basic ingredients in Tunisian cuisine.
Couscous
Tunisian’s national dish is couscous, also known as kosksi or kousksi. These tiny steamed semolina balls are the key ingredient in many Maghreb countries. But still, every North-African country has its own way of cooking it. In Tunisia, couscous is usually served with a delicious tomato-based sauce made of meat, chicken, fish, or vegetables.
Parsley - Tunisian food ingredients
Bright green herb parsley is full of vitamin K and A. It has a clear, slightly bitter, and earthy taste. There are two types of parsley: curly leaf parsley, also known as French parsley, and flat-leaf parsley, also called Italian parsley.
I have seen only fresh Italian parsley used in Tunisian kitchens. It brightens and enhances the flavor of dishes. In addition, parsley is a typical garnish on top of the food. Read More…
