Taktouka (Moroccan Tomato and Bell Pepper Salad) - African Recipe
Taktouka is a delightful, warm salad hailing from the kitchens of North Africa. Traditionally served as a starter or a side dish, it's a staple in Moroccan homes, particularly during the summer months when the ingredients are in peak season. The dish's simplicity belies its rich, layered flavors, achieved by slowly simmering tomatoes and bell peppers together. Taktouka is often enjoyed with warm, freshly baked bread, such as khobz, and served alongside a variety of other Moroccan dishes. Eating customs vary, but it's common to eat Taktouka directly from the communal dish using bread as a utensil, fostering a sense of togetherness and shared experience.
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Taktouka (Moroccan Tomato and Bell Pepper Salad)
Updated on 03/23/2025
Taktouka is a delightful, warm salad hailing from the kitchens of North Africa. Traditionally served as a starter or a side dish, it's a staple in Moroccan homes, particularly during the summer months when the ingredients are in peak season. The dish's simplicity belies its rich, layered flavors, achieved by slowly simmering tomatoes and bell peppers together. Taktouka is often enjoyed with warm, freshly baked bread, such as khobz, and served alongside a variety of other Moroccan dishes. Eating customs vary, but it's common to eat Taktouka directly from the communal dish using bread as a utensil, fostering a sense of togetherness and shared experience.
Ingredients
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Instructions
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Nutrition Info:
- fatApproximately 7g per serving
- fiberApproximately 4g per serving
- sodiumDepends on the amount of salt added
- proteinApproximately 2g per serving
- caloriesApproximately 120 calories per serving
- carbohydratesApproximately 13g per serving