Kafteji de Kairouan (Tunisian Fried Squash, Pepper, Potato & Egg Medley) – Authentic Tunisia Recipe
Beloved Tunisian bistrot medley of crisp fried garden vegetables, spicy tomato sauce, and runny egg.
- Country of Origin
- 🇹🇳 Tunisia (North Africa, Africa)
- Dietary Profile
- vegetarian
- Prep Time
- 15 min
- Cook Time
- 20 min
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Signature Staples
- Golden pan-fried pumpkin, Zucchini, Potatoes, Caraway-coriander tabel, Garlic
Ingredients for Kafteji de Kairouan (Tunisian Fried Squash, Pepper, Potato & Egg Medley) (4 Servings)
- 1.25 lbs (or 2.5 cups) golden pan-fried pumpkin, prepped into bite-sized pieces
- 1.5 cups zucchini, washed and trimmed
- 1 cup potatoes
- 1 medium onion and 3 cloves garlic, finely minced with caraway-coriander tabel
- 1.5 tbsp traditional Tunisia seasoning (garlic, harissa, olive oil, fresh parsley)
- 2.5 tbsp traditional cooking oil, sea salt, cracked black pepper, and fresh citrus or herbs
Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions
- Heat oil in a wide heavy skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Sauté onion, garlic, and caraway-coriander tabel for 2–3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Add golden pan-fried pumpkin and zucchini along with garlic, harissa, olive oil, fresh parsley, searing for 8–10 minutes while tossing occasionally.
- Deglaze the pan with a splash of broth or citrus so the caramelized fond coats every bite.
- Garnish with potatoes and serve straight from the skillet.