Loubia is a traditional North African dish consisting of stewed white beans. This dish is very popular in Moroccan, Tunisian, Algerian, and Libyan homes, where the beans that have been simmered in a zesty tomato-based sauce are typically scooped up with homemade flatbread.
It is comfort food that can be served both as an appetizer, garnished with some coriander or parsley, and as a side dish - especially when used as an accompaniment to fried fish. Simple, quick, and delicious - it is unsurprising that loubia is commonly found in homes throughout Maghreb region.
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Mbatan batata is a Libyan dish consisting of fried potato wedges that are stuffed with a combination of flavorful ingredients. The filling typically consists of ground meat (beef or lamb), onions, breadcrumbs, parsley, garlic, chile peppers, eggs, and butter.
The potatoes are first sliced in half, with the two slices joined together at the base so they can be loaded with the filling. They are then coated in eggs and breadcrumbs and fried in hot oil. This tasty dish is usually served as an appetizer, and it is especially popular during Ramadan.
Mbatan kawali is a unique Libyan dish consisting of small fish fillets stuffed with a combination of potatoes, coriander, garlic, and hot peppers. The fish is then battered, breaded, and fried in hot oil. Mbatan kawali is traditionally served as an appetizer or as a side dish, and just like most Libyan seafood dishes, it is accompanied by a salad made with tomatoes, garlic, lemon juice, and cumin.
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