Stew
Tajine Zitoun

Tajine Zitoun

Algeria

80Minutes
MediumLevel
4Serves
8Steps
About

A classic of the Algiers table, this gently spiced chicken stew simmers with carrots and blanched green olives in a lemony pale sauce enriched at the end with egg and cheese.

Equipment
  • Pot
  • Small saucepan
  • Bowl
  • Wooden spoon
Ingredients
Chicken pieces1 kg
Green olives, pitted1½ cups
Onion1
Carrots3
Garlic3 cloves
Cinnamon½ tsp
Ground white pepper1 tsp
Lemon juice2 tbsp
Egg1
Grated cheese½ cup
Butter2 tbsp
Vegetable oil2 tbsp
Saltto taste

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