Breaking The Fast With Flavor: Popular Tunisian Ramadan Dishes Cooked With Olive Oil

Ramadan is a special month for Muslims all over the world.
It's a time of reflection, spiritual growth, and family gatherings. One of the most important parts of Ramadan is breaking the fast at sunset with a delicious meal, called iftar.

Tunisian extra virgin olive oil is a key ingredient in many traditional Ramadan dishes, providing flavor and health benefits to the meals.
Here are some of the most popular dishes to cook with olive oil during Ramadan.

1.Brik

Brik is a popular Tunisian appetizer that is often served during Ramadan. It's a crispy pastry that is filled with mashed potato, egg, tuna, and parsley, then fried until golden brown.
Olive Oil is often used to fry the pastry, giving it a rich and flavorful crust.

2.Ojja

Ojja is a Tunisian dish that is often served for suhoor, the pre-dawn meal eaten before the start of the daily fast during Ramadan. It's made with eggs, tomatoes, peppers, and spices, and is often served with bread for dipping. Extra Virgin Olive Oil is used to cook the vegetables and add richness to the dish.

3.Lentil Soup

Lentil soup is a staple in many Ramadan meals. It's a hearty and nutritious soup that is perfect for breaking the fast. Lentils are simmered with vegetables and spices, then pureed until smooth. A generous drizzle of extra virgin olive oil is added before serving, giving the soup a rich and luxurious texture.

4.Chorba

Chorba is a Tunisian soup that is often served during Ramadan. It's made with lamb or chicken, vegetables such as carrots and celery, and spices such as ginger. Olive oil is used to cook the vegetables and meat, and can be drizzled over the top of the soup before serving for extra flavor.

5.Grilled Kebabs

Kebabs are a popular iftar dish in many Muslim countries.
They are made with marinated meat, which is then grilled to perfection. Olive oil is an important ingredient in the marinade, helping to tenderize the meat and infuse it with flavor.

6.Tuna and Potato Salad

Tuna and potato salad is a popular Tunisian dish that is often eaten during Ramadan as a light iftar meal. It's made with boiled potatoes, canned tuna, olives, capers, red onions, and parsley, all tossed together with a lemon-olive oil dressing.

We hope these Tunisian dishes have inspired you to try something new during Ramadan.
Remember, using Olyfo's Tunisian extra virgin olive oil can help to elevate the flavor and health benefits of these traditional dishes.
Happy cooking and Ramadan Kareem!