Tunisian dried meat ( kadid )

beef

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: pork

Turkey is leaner, while pork is often less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil offers a healthier fat profile.

spices

🥗Healthier: fresh herbs

💰Cheaper: dried herbs

Fresh herbs can enhance flavor without added calories.

vinegar

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: apple cider

Lemon juice adds acidity while being lower in calories.

Slice the beef into thin strips.

Mix salt and spices in a bowl.

Rub the spice mixture thoroughly onto the beef strips.

Place the beef strips in a container, layering with herbs if desired.

Cover the container and let it cure in a cool place for several days.

After curing, rinse the beef strips to remove excess salt.

Pat the beef dry with a clean cloth.

Drizzle olive oil over the strips for flavor.

Hang the beef strips in a well-ventilated area to dry completely.

Check the beef daily for dryness, which may take several days to weeks.

Once dried, store the kadid in an airtight container.

Use kadid in various dishes or as a snack.

Cooking Techniques

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