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Nutritional Values
690kcal
40gProtein
30gCarbs
45gFat
3gFibre
350 gServing
* Per serving · 350 g. May vary.
Allergens
🥚 Eggs
🌾 Gluten
Tagine
How to order / say it
Say it
طاجين — [Taj-een]
Order
I would like the tagine, please.
Locally
أود الطاجين، من فضلك.
Say locally
Oven-baked dish with eggs and meats.
Why try it?
In Hammamet, Tagine is not to be confused with its North African counterpart; it's a hearty, pie-like offering packed with local flavors.
How it tastes
It boasts a rich, eggy base filled with savory meat, punctuated by spices and cheese's creaminess, delivering a satisfying umami taste.
Origin & History — first documented: 1870
Distinct from the North African stew, Hammamet's Tagine emerged in the 19th century as a beloved local adaptation, reflecting a fusion of Mediterranean influences.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🥩 250 g ground beef
- 🥚 4 eggs
- 🥛 100 g cheese
- 🌿 30 g parsley
- 🌾 50 g bread crumbs
- 🧂 1 tsp cinnamon
Method
- 1 Mix ground beef with spices and bread crumbs.
- 2 Whisk eggs with chopped parsley and cheese, blend with beef.
- 3 Pour mixture into a dish and bake until firm.
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