TAJIN SIBNEKH (TUNISIAN CHICKEN AND EGGS)

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This is a Tunisian egg dish that I learned from my mother in law on one of my trips to Tunisia. It can be made with liver (like my mother in law uses), chicken, lamb, or even just vegetables. I prefer chicken.

Provided by Asma Khalfaoui

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     African

Time 1h30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 14

⅓ cup vegetable oil
2 potatoes, peeled and cubed
8 ounces diced chicken breast meat
1 large onion, diced
1 tablespoon harissa
1 ½ teaspoons ras el hanout
½ cup water
1 ½ tablespoons tomato sauce
1 tablespoon butter
1 bunch fresh spinach, washed and chopped
8 eggs
1 cup frozen peas
⅓ cup Parmesan cheese
1 pinch salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the potatoes in the hot oil until golden brown and tender, about 7 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon, and drain on a paper towel-lined plate. Stir the chicken into the remaining oil, and cook until white on the outside, but still pink on the inside, about 2 minutes. Add the onion, and continue cooking until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the harissa, ras el hanout, water, tomato sauce, and butter. Bring to a simmer, then stir in the spinach until wilted. Remove from the heat, and set aside.
  • Beat the eggs in a large mixing bowl until smooth. Stir in the peas, Parmesan cheese, and fried potatoes. Stir in the chicken mixture a spoonful at a time, season to taste with salt and pepper, then pour into the prepared baking dish.
  • Bake in preheated oven until the mixture is firm and golden brown, 15 to 20 minutes. Allow to cool slightly, then cut into 12 squares, and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190.8 calories, Carbohydrate 10.8 g, Cholesterol 139.3 mg, Fat 11.7 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 11.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 153.2 mg, Sugar 2 g

Nwachukwu Wisdom
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I'm allergic to eggs. Can I still make this recipe?


Dilrukshi De Silva
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I'm not a big fan of Tunisian food, but I'm willing to give this recipe a try.


Darwesh Khan
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook chicken. This recipe looks like a great option.


Mado Jassar
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This recipe looks a bit complicated. I'm not sure if I'm up for the challenge.


Kiran Chaudhary
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I'm intrigued by this recipe. I've never tried anything like it before.


bk mizan
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I'm not sure about this recipe. It seems like it would be too spicy for my taste.


Salman Shall
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This recipe looks amazing! I'm definitely going to make it for my next dinner party.


Alayande Abdulmalik
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I'm always looking for new and exciting recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. I can't wait to try it!


shotodall gain
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This recipe is a great starting point, but I like to add my own personal touches. I often add some chopped cilantro and a squeeze of lemon juice to the sauce.


Sarmadariyan apon
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my dish didn't turn out as flavorful as I expected. I think I'll try adding more spices next time.


Areeba javed
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This recipe is a bit too spicy for me, but I still enjoyed it. I'll definitely make it again, but I'll use less harissa next time.


Md Ibrahim Hossian
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I'm not a big fan of chicken, but I really enjoyed this dish. The sauce was flavorful and the chicken was tender.


Crystal Fassett
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This is one of my favorite recipes. It's easy to make and always turns out delicious.


Denanaboy Flash
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Krystle 1988
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I also like to add some vegetables to the dish, such as carrots, potatoes, or green beans.


Sebastian Becerra
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends. The chicken is always tender and juicy, and the sauce is flavorful and delicious.


Faredkhan
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Tajin Sibnekh is a delicious and flavorful dish that is easy to make. The chicken was tender and juicy, and the eggs were cooked perfectly. The sauce was rich and flavorful, and the combination of spices was perfect.