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Chakhchoukha from Constantine

Arabic name الشخشوخة القسنطينية

Chakhchoukha from Constantine

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Ingredients (6)

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Method

  1. Make a rich red sauce with the meat or chicken, chickpeas, onion and spices.

  2. Tear the rougag sheets into pieces and moisten them with some of the sauce.

  3. Arrange the pieces in a large dish, cover with the sauce and place the meat in the centre.

  4. Serve hot; it is usually shared on festive occasions.