Video: Top 10 Traditional Tunisian Dishes You Must Try

Tunisian cuisine is a unique blend of Mediterranean and North African flavors. From couscous to brik, here are ten traditional Tunisian dishes you won't want to miss.

1. Couscous

Couscous

A staple in Tunisian cuisine, couscous is a dish made of steamed semolina grains served with vegetables, meat, and a flavorful broth.

2. Brik

Brik

A crispy fried pastry filled with egg, tuna, cheese, or meat and served with harissa sauce.

3. Lablabi

Lablabi

A popular breakfast dish made from chickpeas, bread, garlic, and spices.

4. Tajine

Tajine

A slow-cooked stew made with meat, vegetables, and spices, often served with couscous.

5. Ojja

Ojja

A spicy tomato and egg dish often served for breakfast or brunch.

6. Makroudh

Makroudh

A sweet pastry made with semolina dough, filled with dates and fried.

7. Chorba

Chorba

A hearty soup made with meat, vegetables, and chickpeas.

8. Mloukhiya

Mloukhiya

A stew made from the leaves of the jute plant, served with meat and rice.

9. Zlebia

Zlebia

A sweet fried doughnut-like pastry often served during Ramadan.

10. Merguez

Merguez

A spicy sausage made from lamb or beef, often served on its own or in sandwiches.