Taktouka (Arabic: تكتوكة) is a traditional Moroccan savory dish and spread made from tomatoes, bell peppers, garlic, toasted paprika and olive oil.[1][2][3] Taktouka is an extremely popular dish and can be found in many restaurant in different parts of Morocco.[4]

Overview

The word taktouka derives from the Arabic verb taktak meaning to grind.[5] Taktouka is typically made from tomatoes, bell peppers, paprika, garlic, and various spices.[6] It can be prepared by grinding all the ingredients together, or by cutting them in small pieces and usually takes 45 minutes to prepare the dish.[7][8]

Taktouka is consumed during all seasons of the year. It is prepared in a form of a mezze, together with other dishes. A side dish, it can be served semi-warm or cold, and is typically eaten with bread.[9][10]

preparation

  1. Step 1 Heat the olive oil, when warm then add the chopped tomatoes, garlic, parsley, cilantro, paprika, cumin, salt, sugar and 2 tablespoons of water.[11]
  2. Step 2 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.
  3. Step 3 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.
  4. Step 4 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.

See also

References

  1. ^ "Taktouka Is a Zesty Moroccan Dip of Tomatoes and Roasted Peppers". The Spruce Eats. Retrieved 2 February 2019.
  2. ^ "Taktouka With Burrata and Lime-Parsley Oil Recipe". NYT Cooking. Retrieved 2022-01-23.
  3. ^ Wynn, Louise (2020-12-13). Moroccan Cookbook: Traditional Moroccan Cuisine, Delicious Recipes from Morocco that Anyone Can Cook at Home. Independently Published. ISBN 979-8-5809-3548-5.
  4. ^ Idriss (2022-01-01). "Taktouka | Moroccan Roasted Red Pepper and Tomato Salad". My Moorish Plate. Retrieved 2023-01-18.
  5. ^ Hog, The Food (2020-06-13). "Taktouka Recipe - Delicious Moroccan Appetizer in 50 Minutes". Retrieved 2023-01-18.
  6. ^ The Art of Eating In: How I Learned to Stop Spending and Love the Stove Door Cathy Erway
  7. ^ Wolfert, Paula (2012-01-01). The Food of Morocco. A&C Black. ISBN 978-1-4088-2746-8.
  8. ^ "Taktouka Is a Zesty Moroccan Dip of Tomatoes and Roasted Peppers". The Spruce Eats. Retrieved 2023-01-18.
  9. ^ Brick Brannigan is Knee-Deep in Peril! Door Eric Bonkowski
  10. ^ Bourchouk, Zineb. "Moroccan Recipes 101: Taktouka". Morocco World News. Retrieved 2022-01-23.
  11. ^ "Taktouka With Burrata and Lime-Parsley Oil Recipe". NYT Cooking. Retrieved 2023-01-18.


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