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Asida
Tunisia
One of North Africa's oldest foods. The first solid food given to Tunisian newborns.
Tunisian semolina porridge — coarse semolina cooked in water until thick, sweetened with honey and butter, served with olive oil. An ancient dish eaten at celebrations and given to newborns.
Prep
10 mins
Cook
20 mins
Difficulty
Easy
Calories
405 kcal
Serves
4
Calories are an estimate based on ingredients used
Ingredients
300gcoarse semolina
800mlwater
1 tspsalt
50gbutter
3 tbsphoney
3 tbspolive oil
Method
1
Bring water to boil with salt.
2
Add semolina gradually, stirring constantly.
3
Cook 15 minutes until very thick.
4
Stir in butter. Serve with honey and olive oil poured over.
Chef's Tip
Stir continuously — asida sets hard and lumps become impossible to remove.
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