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Salads & starters

Omek houria

Omek houria is a Tunisian salad made with fennel, onion and tomato, brightened with lemon and chili. Crunchy and fresh, it often accompanies grilled meats and fish dishes.

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Ingredients

Ingredients

Spices & seasoning

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Instructions

  1. Slice the fennel, onion and cucumber into thin strips using a mandoline or a knife.
  2. Deseed the tomatoes and cut them into small cubes. Thinly slice the green chili.
  3. In a salad bowl, combine all the vegetables and add the chopped parsley.
  4. Make the dressing with the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, pepper and cumin.
  5. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently.
  6. Let it rest for 10 minutes in the fridge so the fennel softens, then serve.

Variations and tips

Spicy version. Add a pinch of harissa to the dressing for a spicier taste.

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