Traditional Morocco Street Food Kafteji Sandwich Popular in Tunisia loved all around the world

eggplant

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: cabbage

Zucchini is lower in calories and more affordable.

tuna

🥗Healthier: chickpeas

💰Cheaper: canned sardines

Chickpeas provide protein while being plant-based.

harissa

🥗Healthier: sriracha

💰Cheaper: red pepper flakes

Sriracha offers a similar heat with easier availability.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier.

Fry sliced potatoes in olive oil until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.

Add diced eggplant and continue frying until tender, about 4-5 minutes.

Stir in chopped bell peppers and zucchini; cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Add sliced onions and minced garlic; sauté until fragrant, about 2 minutes.

Season with cumin, coriander, salt, and black pepper; mix well and cook for another minute.

In a separate bowl, whisk eggs with lemon juice and a pinch of salt.

Pour egg mixture over the vegetable mix; cook until eggs are set, about 3-4 minutes.

Spread harissa on bread slices.

Layer the vegetable and egg mixture on one slice of bread.

Top with drained tuna and sprinkle with chopped parsley.

Close the sandwich with another slice of bread.

Grill the sandwich in a pan until golden and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side.

Slice and serve hot.

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