Taktouka - Moroccan Tomato And Pepper Salad Recipe

Name: Taktouka - Moroccan Tomato And Pepper Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 large sweet green peppers such as bell peppers; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 4 large tomatoes; 1 teaspoon finely chopped garlic, about 2 cloves; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley; 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1/2 teaspoon cumin; 1 pinch cayenne pepper; 1/2 teaspoon salt (to taste); 1/2 teaspoon caster sugar

Servings: persons

2 large sweet green peppers such as bell peppers
3 tablespoons olive oil
4 large tomatoes
1 teaspoon finely chopped garlic, about 2 cloves
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1 pinch cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt (to taste)
1/2 teaspoon caster sugar

1
Preheat grill or grill pan to high.
2
Place the green peppers on grill and turn occasionally every 3 to 4 minutes until each side is scorched (lightly burned) and tender.
3
Remove the green peppers from the grill and set aside to cool.
4
Meanwhile, peel, deseed, and roughly chop the tomatoes into 1 inch pieces.
5
Once the green peppers have reached room temperature, peel and deseed and chop them into 1 inch pieces.
6
In a deep skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-low heat and add the chopped tomatoes, garlic, spices, herbs, salt and sugar. Cover with a lid for 10 minutes until the tomatoes have softened. Stir occasionally.
7
Uncover, add the chopped green peppers and mix all the ingredients together. Leave to simmer gently for 10 minutes until all the liquids evaporate.
8
Enjoy warm or cold, as a dip with bread, a side, or a filling in a sandwich!

155

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 large sweet green peppers such as bell peppers, 3 tablespoons olive oil, 4 large tomatoes, 1 teaspoon finely chopped garlic, about 2 cloves, and more.

Yes, Taktouka - Moroccan Tomato And Pepper Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Taktouka - Moroccan Tomato And Pepper Salad

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Variations & substitutions

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