Taktouka is a flavorful North African dish made with tomatoes, bell peppers, onions, and spices. It is a versatile dish that can be served as a dip, spread, or main course. This article provides three variations of taktouka: a classic Tunisian taktouka, a spicy Moroccan taktouka, and a vegetarian taktouka.
The classic Tunisian taktouka is made with tomatoes, bell peppers, onions, garlic, and spices. The tomatoes and bell peppers are roasted until charred, then combined with the other ingredients and simmered until the flavors meld. The spicy Moroccan taktouka adds a kick of heat with the addition of harissa, a spicy chili paste. The vegetarian taktouka is made without meat, but it is still packed with flavor thanks to the use of roasted vegetables and spices.
No matter which variation you choose, taktouka is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. Serve it as a dip with pita bread or crackers, or spoon it over grilled chicken or fish. You can also use it as a spread for sandwiches or wraps.
TAKTOUKA WITH BURRATA AND LIME-PARSLEY OIL
Taktouka is a Moroccan cooked salad traditionally made of bell peppers simmered in a tomato sauce that's seasoned with sweet paprika and cumin. The end result is a lightly fragrant and flavorful dish that is typically served with plenty of bread. Here, it is also served with burrata. Although the addition of the creamy cheese is not traditional, it makes taktouka a complete vegetarian meal. The optional addition of lime-parsley oil adds a touch of acidity and freshness.
Provided by Nargisse Benkabbou
Categories salads and dressings, vegetables, appetizer, main course
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Heat the olive oil in a medium saucepan and add the chopped tomatoes, garlic, parsley, cilantro, paprika, cumin, salt, sugar and 2 tablespoons of water.
- Stir the ingredients together, cover the pan and cook over medium-low heat for about 15 minutes or until the tomatoes begin to soften. Stir occasionally to make sure they don't stick to the bottom of the pan.
- While the tomatoes cook, make the lime-parsley oil, if using: Combine the olive oil, lime zest and juice, granulated garlic, dried parsley, sugar and salt in a small bowl, stirring until the sugar is dissolved. Set aside until ready to serve.
- Uncover the pan and add the chopped peppers, and cover again until the peppers are just cooked, about 10 minutes. (They should hold their shape and have a light crunch). Taste the taktouka and add more salt if necessary.
- To serve, place the taktouka at the center of a rimmed serving plate. Place the burrata on top and drizzle the burrata with the lime-parsley oil, if using. Enjoy with lots of bread. You can make the taktouka in advance and serve it warm or at room temperature. If you make it in advance, keep it in a sealed container in the refrigerator.
COOKED MOROCCAN SALAD (TAKTOUKA) OF TOMATO AND ROASTED PEPPER
Steps:
- Mix all ingredients together in a large skillet. Cook over medium heat, occasionally stirring, for about 20 minutes or until the tomatoes are very soft. Adjust the heat if necessary to keep the tomatoes and peppers from burning as the liquids evaporate.
- Smash the softened vegetables with a spoon and continue cooking for another 10 minutes, or until the liquids are reduced to oil. At this point, the salad should be well-blended and can be stirred away from the sides of the pan.
- Serve taktouka warm or cold with crusty bread for scooping up the salad. If desired, it can be garnished with fresh chopped parsley or cilantro and a drizzle of olive oil.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 183 kcal, Carbohydrate 14 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 4 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 278 mg, Sugar 7 g, Fat 14 g, ServingSize Serves 4, UnsaturatedFat 0 g
TAKTOUKA
This is a delicious Moroccan cooked salad with tomatoes and peppers. It can be served warm or cold and can also work as a dip.
Provided by AlaskaPam
Categories Peppers
Time 35m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Mix all ingredients in a large frying pan. Cook over medium to medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, for about 20 minutes, or until the tomatoes are very soft. Adjust the heat if necessary to keep the tomatoes and peppers from burning.
- Smash the softened tomatoes with a spoon, and continue cooking for another 10 minutes, or until the liquids are reduced to oil. Cook until the salad is well-blended and can be stirred away from the sides of the pan.
- Serve taktouka warm or cold with crusty bread for scooping up the salad.
TAKTOUKA - MOROCCAN TOMATO AND PEPPER SALAD
Make and share this Taktouka - Moroccan Tomato and Pepper Salad recipe from Food.com.
Provided by PanNan
Categories Moroccan
Time 40m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat grill or grill pan to high.
- • Place the green peppers on grill and turn occasionally every 3 to 4 minutes until each side is scorched (lightly burned) and tender.
- • Remove the green peppers from the grill and set aside to cool.
- • Meanwhile, peel, deseed, and roughly chop the tomatoes into 1 inch pieces.
- • Once the green peppers have reached room temperature, peel and deseed and chop them into 1 inch pieces.
- • In a deep skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-low heat and add the chopped tomatoes, garlic, spices, herbs, salt and sugar. Cover with a lid for 10 minutes until the tomatoes have softened. Stir occasionally.
- • Uncover, add the chopped green peppers and mix all the ingredients together. Leave to simmer gently for 10 minutes until all the liquids evaporate.
- • Enjoy warm or cold, as a dip with bread, a side, or a filling in a sandwich!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 145.2, Fat 10.8, SaturatedFat 1.5, Sodium 304.7, Carbohydrate 12.2, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 7.4, Protein 2.5
Tips:
- Use ripe tomatoes for the best flavor.
- If you don't have fresh tomatoes, you can use canned tomatoes. Just be sure to drain them well before using.
- Add a little bit of sugar to help balance out the acidity of the tomatoes.
- Cook the taktouka over low heat so that the flavors have time to develop.
- Serve taktouka with crusty bread or rice.
Conclusion:
Taktouka is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, main course, or side dish. It's a great way to use up leftover tomatoes and it's also a healthy and affordable meal. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting recipe to try, give taktouka a try!
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