Gua Bao - Chinese Steamed Buns with Confit Goose
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Gua Bao - Chinese Steamed Buns with Confit Goose

These steamed buns have a brioche-like texture that’s both airy and melt-in-your-mouth tender. They serve as a perfect base for fillings of your choice - the key is varying textures and flavors while adding freshness with herbs or raw vegetables. Here I’m sharing an easy version made with confit goose legs, fresh cilantro, and peanuts.

Tunisian FricassƩ - Fried Sandwiches
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Tunisian FricassƩ - Fried Sandwiches

Here’s a must-try from Tunisian cuisine - fricassĆ©s. These are sandwiches with fried bread, like savory doughnuts, filled with tuna, hard-boiled eggs, olives, and cooked and fresh salads. Sound heavy? Give them a try - they’re usually a hit, especially in mini versions for your buffets and appetizers!

Gnaouia - Kosher Okra and Beef Stew
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Gnaouia - Kosher Okra and Beef Stew

Gnaouia (gnaouiya, ganaouia or gnawia) is a specialty of Tunisian Jewish cuisine that’s always a hit. The star ingredient of this delicious dish is okra, prepared with beef or chicken. A staple at celebrations and especially for Shabbat, while relatively unknown in European cooking, okra is widely used in African and Middle Eastern cuisines.