Trying Tunisian Food, For the First Time, Tunis , أجنبي في تونس

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while thighs are often less expensive.

lamb

🥗Healthier: beef

💰Cheaper: pork

Beef is leaner than lamb, and pork is typically cheaper.

harissa

🥗Healthier: sriracha

💰Cheaper: red pepper flakes

Sriracha offers similar heat, while red pepper flakes are more accessible.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while canola is budget-friendly.

The chef prepares couscous by adding broth and mixing it in a big pot.

More tomato sauce is added to the couscous mixture.

The chicken is cooked inside the tomato sauce along with carrots and chickpeas.

Fried potatoes and peppers are placed on top of the couscous before serving.

The dish is garnished with parsley and olives.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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Dietary