Tajine Maadnous
Similar to an Italian frittata or Spanish tortilla, Tunisian tajine maadnous is an easy & delicious egg omelette filled with chicken, parsley, and spices.
Served with simple green salad.
Ingredients for 2
- ⅛ lb chicken breasts diced
- ⅛ medium onion chopped
- ⅛ large potato peeled and diced
- ⅛ cup water
- ⅛ small bunch parsley (about 1.5 cups, chopped, loosely packed)
- 1 ⅓ large eggs
- 1 oz cheese
- ⅓ tbsp olive oil
Side: Simple green salad
- 3 oz spring mix
- ½ cucumber
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp balsamic vinegar
Instructions
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Mix the spices together (grinding any whole spices if necessary) and set them aside.
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In a large frying pan or pot over medium heat, saute the onions in about 1 tbsp of olive oil until tender.
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Toss chicken with 1/2 of the spice mix. Add this to the pan and brown.
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Add the potatoes and the water to the pan. Bring to a gentle simmer, then cook uncovered until potatoes are tender and most of the liquid has evaporated.
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Stir chopped parsley into the cooked mixture and set aside to cool.
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Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C), and grease a medium (2 quart/liter) baking pan with the remaining olive oil.
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Thoroughly whisk the eggs in a large bowl, then mix in the cheese. Stir in the chicken, potato, and parsley mixture, along with the remaining spice mixture. Stir until well-combined, then pour into the oiled baking dish.
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Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until set in the center. Allow to cool, and serve warm or at room temperature. Serve with some harissa, if you like.
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Make the salad: slice the cucumber and toss it with the spring mix, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt and pepper.
Tips
- 1 tsp cumin 1 tsp coriander 1 tsp turmeric 1 tsp salt 1/2 tsp paprika or cayenne pepper if you want some heat 1/2 tsp black pepper 1/4 tsp caraway 1/4 tsp thyme 1/4 tsp cinnamon