Tunisian Food: 30 Super Tasty Dishes To Try
Traditional Tunisian cuisine and food includes a vast variety of dishes with different flavors. It is influenced by the three main regions of Tunisia, where there are spicy foods commonly found in the south, very sweet from the center, and spicy foods from the Tunisian Sahara.
So what are the best foods to try when visiting Tunisia? Check out our list below!
30 Must Taste Tunisian Foods
Tunisian Couscous
Tunisian Couscous is the most popular traditional dish served in Tunisia. It’s regarded as the national dish after all!
This delightful dish is prepared with semolina grains, vegetables and vegetable broth, raisins, dried fruit, almonds, saffron, and meat. Various meats can be used in the dish like lamb, fish, and chicken.
Couscous is known to be a part of North African cuisine, distinctively in the Moroccan food culture.
Tunisian Tajine
Have you heard about the Moroccan Tajine dish? If yes, you must not confuse it with the Tunisian Tajine because it’s a far departure from it. Tajine in Tunisia is really more of an appetizer and not the main dish.
The Tunisian Tajine is made of ground beef, eggs, vegetables (potatoes and onions), spices and cheese. This Tunisian Fritatta-looking dish can be a great side dish or snack anytime throughout the day.
Tunisian Shakshuka (Ojja)
Known also as Tunisian Shakshuka, Ojja is a Tunisian dish that is made of spicy tomato sauce with eggs on top.
(Ojja) Shakshuka is a staple dish in Tunisia. It’s traditionally flavored with garlic, olive oil, and spices. However, other versions are cooked in different regions of the country like the Shrimp Ojja or Merguez (Tunisian sausage) Ojja.
Usually served in a Tajine pot or an iron skillet, Ojja is an easy and light meal, which makes it perfect for either breakfast, lunch, or dinner! Read More…
