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A Delicious and Hearty Traditional Dish From Tunisia
Tunisia Kamounia is a delicious and hearty traditional dish from Tunisia, North Africa. It is a stew that is made with lamb or beef and a variety of vegetables, including bell peppers, onions, and tomatoes. The dish is seasoned with a blend of spices such as cumin, coriander, and paprika, which give it a rich and aromatic flavour.
How to Make the Tunisia Kamounia
To make Tunisian Kamounia, start by browning the meat in a large pot with olive oil. Once the meat develops a rich color, add the vegetables and sauté them until they turn tender. Stir in the spices to coat everything evenly and allow the flavors to blend.
Next, pour in water or broth and bring the stew to a boil. After it starts boiling, lower the heat and cover the pot. Let the Kamounia simmer for several hours until the meat becomes tender and the flavors fully develop.
Serve With Bread or Couscous
People usually serve Kamounia with bread or couscous, a North African staple made from semolina flour. The dish fills you up and brings comfort, especially on cold days or when shared with loved ones.
A Dish the Whole Family Can Enjoy
In Tunisia, families often prepare Kamounia for special occasions like weddings or religious celebrations. This dish brings people together around the table. If you get the chance to try Kamounia, take your time and enjoy every bite of this rich, flavorful stew.
How to Make Tunisia Kamounia Dish
Ingredients: 4 Servings
500 gm beef pieces
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 tablespoon harissa
3 cloves garlic
2 dashes salt
500 gm mutton liver
4 tablespoon virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon tomato puree
1 teaspoon red pepper
2 teaspoon cumin powder
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Method:
Step 1 cut the beef and liver To cook your authentic Kamounia, first, you need to prepare the meat. So cut the beef (or veal) into pieces, and then cut the liver (beef or veal liver).
Step 2 Cook the meat In a large pan, pot or Dutch oven, pour the olive oil and heat. Once hot, add the pieces of meat and liver. Place on high heat and stir very often with delicacy for at least 5 minutes without adding water. Then, add a tablespoon of tomato puree and a tablespoon of harissa. Cook until the meat is tender. (Note: Harissa is a kind of Tunisian pepper puree and it’s optional.)
Step 3 Add spices and cook for 2-3 minutes. Add a teaspoon of cumin powder into your pot and stir well. Next, add turmeric, red pepper and stir once again. Finally, add salt & pepper along with water as per required consistency. Stir and cook for 30-40 minutes.
Step 4 Add garlic cloves and remaining cumin powder Once the meat is cooked, add garlic cloves along with the remaining cumin powder. Cook for another 5-10 minutes and serve hot with rice.
