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Tunisian cuisine is rich in flavours, spices and cultural influences, offering a delightful array of must-try food items for visitors. Below men tioned are some of the top dishes to try in Tunisia.

Couscous

Brik

A popular Tunisian appetiser, Brik is a crispy fried pastry filled with a mixture of tuna, egg, parsley and sometimes capers and spices. It is often served with lemon wedges and harissa (spicy chilli paste).

Harissa

Speaking of harissa, this fiery chill paste made from roasted red peppers, garlic, olive oil and spices is a quintessential condiment in Tunisian cuisine. It adds heat and flavour to dishes like couscous, stews and grilled meats.

Lablabi

Lablabi is a hearty and comforting chickpea soup flavoured with garlic, cumin, olive oil and harissa. It is often served with bread and garnished with boiled eggs, capers and olives.

Chorba

Chorba is a flavourful soup made with meat (such as lamb or chicken), vegetables, legumes and aromatic spices like cinnamon, coriander and turmeric. It is served as a starter or main course.

Mechouia Salad

This vibrant salad features grilled vegetables like bell peppers, tomatoes, onions and eggplants, dressed with olive oil, lemon juice, garlic and herbs. It is a refreshing and flavourful side dish.

Mloukhia

Mloukhia is a traditional Tunisian stew made with jute leaves (mloukhia), chicken or lamb, onions, garlic and spices. It has a unique flavour and is typically served with rice or bread.

Merguez

Merguez sausages are spicy lamb or beef sausages flavoured with garlic, cumin, coriander and harissa. They are grilled or pan-fried and often served with bread, couscous or in sandwiches.

Tagine

While tagine is more commonly associated with Moroccan cuisine, Tunisian tagine is a savoury stew made with slow-cooked meat (often lamb or chicken), vegetables and aromatic spices like saffron, ginger and cinnamon. It is served with couscous or bread.

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