Bureek tajin is a savory Libyan meat pie consisting of two layers of thin dough with a ground meat filling sandwiched in between. The filling is usually made with ground meat, onions, and flavorings such as parsley, nutmeg, and hararat mixed spices.
This flavorful pie is typically served as a side dish, and it is especially popular during Ramadan, when it is served as an accompaniment to various soups. If there are any leftovers, they make for a great snack or a light meal the following day.
Loubia is a traditional North African dish consisting of stewed white beans. This dish is very popular in Moroccan, Tunisian, Algerian, and Libyan homes, where the beans that have been simmered in a zesty tomato-based sauce are typically scooped up with homemade flatbread.
It is comfort food that can be served both as an appetizer, garnished with some coriander or parsley, and as a side dish - especially when used as an accompaniment to fried fish. Simple, quick, and delicious - it is unsurprising that loubia is commonly found in homes throughout Maghreb region.
MAIN INGREDIENTS
Tajin mahshi is a flavorful Lybian dish that is typically served as a main meal or a side dish. It consists of a variety of stuffed vegetables such as bell peppers, tomatoes, aubergines, and courgettes. The filling is usually prepared with a combination of ground meat, onions, rice, and spices such as chiles, salt, pepper, turmeric, ginger, and cinnamon.
It is said that tajin mahshi tastes even better when reheated the next day.
Mbatan kawali is a unique Libyan dish consisting of small fish fillets stuffed with a combination of potatoes, coriander, garlic, and hot peppers. The fish is then battered, breaded, and fried in hot oil. Mbatan kawali is traditionally served as an appetizer or as a side dish, and just like most Libyan seafood dishes, it is accompanied by a salad made with tomatoes, garlic, lemon juice, and cumin.
These versatile Libyan fritters are typically prepared with a combination of grated potatoes, onions, hot peppers, beaten eggs, flour, and flavorings such as parsley, coriander, garlic, and cumin. The mixture is fried over medium heat until the fritters develop a golden-brown color.
Although they are usually served as a side dish, they can also be served as a main meal when paired with a big salad on the side. It is recommended to pair these fritters with mild or spicy dips and sauces to make the meal even more satisfying and a little bit more interesting.
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