northern africa and historical/traditional

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Recipes

Queen Mab's Midsummer Night's Dream Rose Petal Cake

Posted by French Tart  

Many of you who know me very well on Zaar, will also know of my love of and extensive research into historical traditions, cooking, food and recipes; this is a cake recipe that I have been refining for some time now, and at last, I have tweaked it... MORE»

Recipe #290576

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Safra - Traditional Libyan Semolina and Date Cake W/Syrup

Posted by Um Safia  

Safra is a traditional cake from Libya. It is rich & aromatic with the flavours of cloves, cinnaomn & dates. To finish this delicious cake you drench it in syrup & leave it to soak for around 6 hours... then you can enjoy! Time to make... MORE»

Recipe #290289

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Gâlat / Galat Dagga - Tunisian Spice Mix - North African

Posted by Um Safia  

This is a traditional spice mix native to the southern part of Tunisia. Use it to enhance the flavours of various North African delights - especially tagines & stews. This is a simple but effective blend & a good base for many... MORE»

Recipe #290129

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Tabil - Traditional Tunisian Spice Mix

Posted by Um Safia  

Tabil is used to season & enhance many Tunisian dishes. In fact, Tabil means seasoning (it originally referred to the coriander which is the key ingredient in Tabil!) Tabil is often used in conjunction with harissa & added to stews. You... MORE»

Recipe #290116

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Traditional Algerian Baklawa / Baklava - Family Recipe

Posted by Um Safia  

This is the most famous Algerian 'heloua'. You will find it at all the weddings & special occasions. It isn't all that difficult to make but is a bit time consuming. It freezes OK too! To see me making this step by step with lots of photos, go... MORE»

Recipe #286196

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Algerian Adess - Traditional Lentil Soup / Stew - Family Recipe!

Posted by Um Safia  

This is my family recipe for adess. I often cook it in the pressure cooker as it saves a lot of time! This recipe freezes well & is simple to make. MORE»

Recipe #286020

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Algerian M'hajeb - Traditional Filled Pastry.

Posted by Um Safia  

M'hajeb are infamous in Algeria & Morocco - where they are also known as M'semmen. They are a fine pastry made of semolina & filled with a delicious mix of tomato, onion & sometimes peppers. M'hajeb keep well in the freezer when... MORE»

Recipe #285995

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Algerian 'zrodiya Mcharmla' - Carrots With Vinegar.

(1 reviews) Posted by Um Safia  

'Zrodiya Mcharmla' also known as 'Carottes au vinaigre' is a very famous carrot dish in Algeria. This is actually delicious & isn't hard to make...beautiful with roast chicken! For a change to the carrots, you can also use courgette /... MORE»

Recipe #285862

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Talha's Favourite Couscous (Ta'am Bil Jilbana & Foul)

Posted by Um Safia  

This is a family recipe for steamed couscous with peas & broad (fava) beans. We eat it by itself or with a little buttermilk poured over it. It is easy to make - don't be put off by steaming, you will get a lighter fluffier couscous. But you... MORE»

Recipe #285707

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Festive Honey-Glazed Roasted Root Vegetables With Saffron

(1 reviews) Posted by French Tart  

Roasted parsnips, carrots and pink shallots, glazed with saffron honey and sprinkled with cumin and celery seeds......sublime! These roasted root vegetables are undoubtedly very special, and they are so easy to roast as they require NO par-boiling... MORE»

Recipe #264235

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Chicken Tagine With Dates and Honey

(1 reviews) Posted by Um Safia  

This is a simple tagine recipe that can be cooked in a large saucepan or casserole. very easy to prepare and cook. This freezes well too - just don't use the nuts and coriander until reheated and ready to serve ; ) MORE»

Recipe #252948

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North African (Algerian) Kebda M'chermoula - Liver!

(1 reviews) Posted by Um Safia  

This recipe is a for a traditional Algerian Chermoula made with liver. Kebda M'chermoula is very tasty and if you love liver then give this recipe a try. Very easy to make. Serve with basmati rice and a nice salad, mashed potato, fresh bread etc. MORE»

Recipe #252744

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L'ham Bil Khorchef - Lamb and Wild Artichoke (North African)

Posted by Um Safia  

This is a traditional Algerian recipe for lamb with 'Khorchef' - also known as Wild Artichoke, Spanish Artichoke, Cardon & Cardoon. It is also very nice made with chicken instead of lamb... MORE»

Recipe #252566

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Tagine Zaytoun for the Tagine!

(2 reviews) Posted by Um Safia  

This is an Algerian tagine dish which should be cooked in a traditional Tagine. It has very subtle flavours and is quite different to the Moroccan tagines. The cooking time given is only an approximate as you may need a little less or a little... MORE»

Recipe #252454

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Fruity Beef Tagine for the Tagine!

(1 reviews) Posted by Um Safia  

This is a typical Moroccan tagine recipe to be cooked in a traditional tagine. Cooking times may vary slightly depending on the size of the tagine used and where you use the Tagine - on the stove top, open fire, grill etc. Serve this tagine with... MORE»

Recipe #252328

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Algerian Mchewek - My Traditional Family Recipe!

(1 reviews) Posted by Um Safia  

Mchewek are small balls of mainly almond filling which are moist and slightly chewy on the inside while crisp on the outside. Simple to make but incredibly delicious... MORE»

Recipe #233567

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Wow - Algerian Chakhchoukha - Family Recipe!

Posted by Um Safia  

This is a FABULOUS dish - one of my faves! Very fine flat bread in pieces with sauce over it. It is a big help if you are lucky enough to have your own m'ri, but if you don't then you can manage with a large flat pan/skillet (try to find one for... MORE»

Recipe #233566

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Traditional Algerian Rechta (Noodles) - Family Recipe!

Posted by Um Safia  

Rechta (pronunced rish-ta) is a dish comprising of flat noodles and a chicken sauce (Marga bil djedj). Many people buy rechta noodles from the market already made - as many women add to their income by selling them. Rechta noodles keep very well... MORE»

Recipe #233416

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Khobz Ftir - Algerian Bread for Use With Chakhchoukha.

Posted by Um Safia  

This is the recipe for the bread which Algerians use to make Chakhchoukha with. You eat it with a red sauce - please see my recipe for Traditional Cous Cous as the recipe for Marga Hamra is in it. It is a big help if you are lucky enough to... MORE»

Recipe #232798

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L'ham Lahlou - Algerian / North African Sweet Lamb Dish.

(2 reviews) Posted by Um Safia  

This dish is traditionally cooked in Algeria for eating during Ramadan and on special ocassions. It is hardly ever eaten as a main course, but as a small dish after the main. This recipe freezes well. In my family, it's only my husband that... MORE»

Recipe #232584

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