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Tunisian Fricassee

Cultural Context

Originating from Tunisia, Fricassee is a beloved street food that showcases the country's rich culinary heritage. Traditionally filled with tuna and spices, these fried dough pockets are enjoyed as a snack or light meal. In modern times, variations have emerged globally, adapting to local tastes, yet the essence of the dish remains a symbol of Tunisian hospitality and flavor.

TunisianTNmain
60 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup water
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup olive oil
2 teaspoons bread yeast
2 tablespoons harissa
1 can (5 oz) tuna
2 hard-boiled eggs
1/2 cup black olives

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

tuna

🥗Healthier: chickpeas

💰Cheaper: canned sardines

Chickpeas provide a vegetarian option, while sardines are often less expensive.

harissa

🥗Healthier: sriracha

💰Cheaper: red pepper flakes

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

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point, while vegetable oil is generally cheaper.

capers

🥗Healthier: green olives

💰Cheaper: pickles

Green olives can mimic the briny flavor of capers, while pickles are often less expensive.

1

Combine flour, water, salt, oil, and bread yeast in a bowl.

2

Roll the mixture into small balls.

3

Fry the balls in hot oil until golden brown.

4

Stuff the fried dough with harissa, tuna, boiled eggs, and olives.

Cooking Techniques

mixingkneadingfrying

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlrolling pinfrying panslotted spoonpaper towels

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

glutenfishegg

Also Known As

Fricassée TunisienneTunisian Fried Doughnuts

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