Description
Tunisian brik with egg and tuna is a classic dish that’s full of flavor and nostalgia.
Whether you enjoy it during Ramadan or just on a cozy evening, it’s a comforting, quick, and customizable recipe that’s sure to please.
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 brik pastry sheets or more depending on number of servings
- 5 eggs
- 1 handful of capers
- 1 can of tuna in oil
- 1 finely chopped onionGrated cheese to taste
- 4 medium potatoes
- Chopped fresh parsley
- Salt & black pepper
- Harissa optional
Instructions
- Boil the potatoes until tender in salted water, then drain and mash them.
- Heat some oil in a frying pan, then reduce the heat.
- Lay a brik sheet flat, place a circle of mashed potato in the center.
- Crack an egg into the center of the mashed potatoes.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Add the filling: a bit of tuna, chopped parsley, chopped onion, capers, harissa, and grated cheese.
- Fold into a triangle, sealing the edges tightly.
- Fry in hot oil until both sides are golden and crispy.
- Drain on paper towels, and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 5 min
- Category: Appetiser
- Cuisine: tunisian cuisine
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 350 kcal