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Tunisian Brik Recipe

Tunisian Brik Recipe

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Tunisian Brik Recipe is a type of pastry filled with various ingredients. It's a culinary delight that showcases the rich flavors of Tunisia.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 Servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Tunisian
Calories: 3053
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 24 ounces tuna canned in oil
  • 4 onions chopped
  • 1 cup parsley chopped
  • 4 tablespoons capers rinsed and chopped
  • 8 ounces butter melted
  • salt
  • pepper
  • 24 phyllo sheets
  • 10 ounces gouda cheese
  • 8 eggs
  • 8 tablespoons parmesan shredded
  • vegetable oil for frying

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Bowl
  • Brush for buttering phyllo sheets
  • Paper towels for draining excess oil

Method
 

Prepare Filling Mixture:
  1. a. Combine the canned tuna, chopped onions, fresh parsley, and chopped capers in a bowl.
  2. b. Add the melted butter and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  3. c. Mix the ingredients thoroughly until well combined.
Layer Phyllo Sheets:
  1. a. Lay out a phyllo sheet and brush it lightly with melted butter.
  2. b. Place another phyllo sheet on top and repeat the process until you have a stack of 8 phyllo sheets.
  3. c. Repeat the layering process to create a second stack of 8 phyllo sheets.
Assemble the Brik:
  1. a. Take one stack of phyllo sheets and place half of the tuna mixture on one end of the stack.
  2. b. Sprinkle gouda cheese over the tuna mixture.
  3. c. Carefully crack an egg over the cheese and sprinkle shredded parmesan on top.
  4. d. Fold the phyllo sheets over the filling to create a triangular shape, sealing the ingredients within.
Repeat for the Second Brik:
  1. a. Repeat the assembly process with the second stack of phyllo sheets and the remaining tuna mixture, cheese, eggs, and parmesan.
Fry the Brik:
  1. a. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. b. Gently slide one brik into the skillet and fry until the phyllo becomes golden and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  3. c. Carefully remove the fried brik and place it on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
  4. d. Repeat the frying process with the second brik.
Serve and Enjoy:
  1. a. Drizzle freshly squeezed lemon juice over the fried brik before serving.
  2. b. The brik can be served as a whole or cut into halves for sharing.
  3. c. Enjoy the delicious combination of flavors and textures in this Tunisian specialty.

Notes

Keep phyllo sheets covered with a damp cloth to prevent drying.
Use canned tuna in oil for added flavor.
Pre-cut phyllo sheets to size for easier folding.
Prepare all ingredients before starting assembly.
Seal edges well to prevent filling from leaking.