Name: Chakhchoukha
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 120 min
Total time: 150 min
Ingredients: 1 pound lamb (or beef, cut into chunks); 2 onions (finely chopped); 4 tomatoes (diced); 4 cloves garlic (minced); 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 2 teaspoons ground coriander; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1 teaspoon turmeric; 1 teaspoon caraway seeds; 4 cups water; Salt and pepper (to taste); 1 pound semolina bread ((kessra) or any type of firm bread); 1 cup chickpeas (cooked (optional)); Fresh coriander (or parsley, chopped (for garnish))

Chakhchoukha

Chakhchoukha is a traditional Algerian dish that is widely enjoyed in North Africa. It is a hearty and flavorful dish consisting of layers of broken pieces of semolina bread soaked in a rich tomato-based sauce, topped with a variety of vegetables, meat, and spices.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 2

Total Time 2 30

Course Lunch

Cuisine Algerian

Servings servings

Calories 861 kcal

Ingredients

1 pound lamb or beef, cut into chunks
2 onions finely chopped
4 tomatoes diced
4 cloves garlic minced
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons ground coriander
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon caraway seeds
4 cups water
Salt and pepper to taste
1 pound semolina bread (kessra) or any type of firm bread
1 cup chickpeas cooked (optional)
Fresh coriander or parsley, chopped (for garnish)

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Instructions

In a large pot, heat some oil over medium heat and sauté the onions until they are soft and translucent. Add the meat and brown it on all sides.
Stir in the garlic, tomatoes, tomato paste, cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, caraway seeds, salt, and pepper. Cook for a few minutes until the tomatoes start to break down.
Pour in the water and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat, cover the pot, and let it simmer for about 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the meat is tender.
While the meat is cooking, tear the bread into small pieces and place them in a steamer basket. Steam the bread for about 10 minutes until it becomes slightly moist.
Once the meat is tender, remove it from the pot and shred it into smaller pieces using two forks.
Dip the steamed bread pieces into the cooking liquid from the pot, allowing them to soak up the flavors and soften.
Arrange the soaked bread on a large platter. Top it with the shredded meat and cooked chickpeas (if using). Pour some of the remaining cooking liquid over the bread and meat, allowing it to absorb.
Garnish with fresh coriander or parsley.

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Nutrition

Calories: 861kcal (43%)Carbohydrates: 108g (36%)Protein: 39g (78%)Fat: 30g (46%)Saturated Fat: 12g (75%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 83mg (28%)Sodium: 157mg (7%)Potassium: 1099mg (31%)Fiber: 11g (46%)Sugar: 9g (10%)Vitamin A: 1212IU (24%)Vitamin C: 26mg (32%)Calcium: 119mg (12%)Iron: 10mg (56%)

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Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.

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