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AMAZING STREET FOOD in Sousse Tunisia 🇹🇳 أجنبي في تونس

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Tunisian Fricassé

Cultural Context

Originating from Tunisia, Fricassé is a beloved street food that reflects the country's vibrant culinary heritage. Traditionally enjoyed as a snack or light meal, it showcases a delightful combination of flavors and textures, with its crispy exterior and savory filling. Today, Fricassé has gained popularity beyond Tunisia, inspiring variations in other North African and Mediterranean cuisines.

TunisianTNmain
90 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 can tuna
2 large hard-boiled eggs
2 tablespoons harissa

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

tuna

🥗Healthier: canned salmon

💰Cheaper: canned mackerel

Canned salmon is a leaner option, while mackerel is often less expensive.

harissa

🥗Healthier: sriracha

💰Cheaper: chili paste

Sriracha offers a similar heat with fewer ingredients, while chili paste can be more affordable.

hard-boiled eggs

🥗Healthier: avocado

💰Cheaper: tofu

Avocado provides creaminess and healthy fats, while tofu is a budget-friendly protein.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is considered healthier, while vegetable oil is often cheaper.

1

Prepare the bread dough and let it rise until doubled in size, about 1 hour.

2

Roll out the dough and cut it into circles.

3

Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat until shimmering.

4

Fry the dough circles until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.

5

Remove the fried dough and drain on paper towels.

6

Slice the fried dough in half to create a pocket.

7

Stuff the pockets with the tuna mixture.

Cooking Techniques

mixingfryingstuffing

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlfrying panrolling pindeep fryerslotted spoon

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

glutenfishegg

Also Known As

Fricassé TunisienTunisian Fried Sandwich

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