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CHAKHCHOUKHA ALGERINO FATTO IN CASA GOLOSISSIMO 🇩🇿 | Home made Algerian shakshuka East Algeria

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Chakhchoukha

Cultural Context

Chakhchoukha originates from the Kabylie region of Algeria and is a traditional dish often enjoyed during family gatherings and celebrations. It showcases the region's rich culinary heritage, combining tender lamb with hearty chickpeas and spices, all served over soft flatbread. Today, Chakhchoukha is cherished not only in Algeria but also in various North African cuisines, adapting to local tastes and ingredients.

AlgerianDZKabyliemain
90 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
350 g semolina
50 g white flour
300 g water
salt
chicken
2 courgettes
2 carrots
2 potatoes
1 onion
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 cans of pre-cooked chickpeas
paprika
turmeric
curry
black pepper
cinnamon
ginger
oil
butter

lamb

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: beef

Chicken is leaner and more affordable than lamb.

chickpeas

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: split peas

Lentils provide a similar texture and are often less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has health benefits and can be used at higher temperatures.

flatbread

🥗Healthier: whole grain bread

💰Cheaper: pita bread

Whole grain bread offers more fiber and nutrients.

1

Prepare the pasta by mixing semolina, white flour, water, and salt to form a dough.

2

Roll out the dough and cut it into desired shapes for the pasta.

3

Cook the chicken in a pot until browned.

4

Add chopped onion, courgettes, carrots, and potatoes to the pot and sauté until softened.

5

Stir in tomato paste and spices (paprika, turmeric, curry, black pepper, cinnamon, ginger).

6

Add pre-cooked chickpeas and enough water to cover the mixture.

7

Bring to a simmer and cook until the vegetables are tender and the flavors meld together.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingsteamingsimmering

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

ChakhchoukhaChakhchoukha de la Kabylie

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