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Garantita is a popular Algerian street food item that is consumed as a snack and prepared as a kind of cake or tart. The dough is made with a combination of chickpea flour, oil, spices, and water. It is then covered with a beaten egg and baked in the oven until it develops a golden-brown color on top.
Garantita is typically served hot, dressed with harissa and cumin. It is believed that the name of this street snack is derived from the Spanish caliantetorta.
Sfinz is a traditional fried pastry made with a dough consisting of flour, sugar, yeast, salt, and water. The dough is shaped into small balls which are then flattened to form a thin layer of pastry. After it has been fried, sfinz is typically enjoyed with honey, although it can also be fried with an egg on top.
Also known as Libyan doughnut, this fried pastry is especially popular for breaking the fast during Ramadan, but it can also be served for breakfast. If there is any leftover dough, Libyans usually transform it into herb bread.
Rfissa is a traditional dish of stewed chicken pieces, onions, and lentils served over shredded msemmen, old bread, or trid pastry. The full list of ingredients is as follows: chicken, onions, saffron, ginger, lentils, msemmen, fenugreek seeds, and ras el hanout.
The dish is traditionally served on the third day after the birth of a child or for similar festive occasions. It's typically consumed by a group of people gathering around the large dish, and each person then eats from his side of the platter.
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Maakouda are traditional potato fritters that are popular throughout the Maghreb, especially in Morocco, Algeria, and Tunisia. The fritters are usually prepared plain, but they can also be stuffed with meat, tuna, or cheese, although not that often.
They're made with potatoes, parsley, garlic, flour, salt, and pepper. The potatoes are boiled, mashed, and mixed with other ingredients into small disks which are then deep-fried in hot oil until golden brown. Maakouda is traditionally served as an appetizer, a side dish, or an ingredient in a long sandwich roll that's usually sold as street food and served with harissa, coriander, and lemon juice.
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Mahjouba is a traditional flatbread that is one of the most popular street food items in the country. These thick and flaky crepe-like flatbreads are made with semolina, then filled with a combination of tomatoes and caramelized onions. Mahjouba is often paired with harissa sauce on the side, but the condiment is completely optional.
Sfenj are popular Moroccan and Algerian doughnut-like fritters made from sticky unleavened batter, similar to Libyan sfinz and Tunisian bambalouni. The dough is traditionally shaped into rings and deep-fried until it develops a golden, crispy exterior.
The interior should be fluffy, tender, and chewy. These fritters are usually served hot when sold by street vendors, and they can be consumed plain or dusted with icing sugar.
Tamina is an ancient Algerian sweet treat consisting of toasted ground semolina, butter, and honey. It is typically decorated with cinnamon or sugared almonds. Traditionally, it is served when celebrating the birth of a child, but it can be prepared any day of the year.
Tamina is usually shared between a few people, as it is served in small plates and consumed with small spoons.
Pastilla is a stuffed pastry from Morocco, also known as b'stilla or bastilla. The rich, sweet and savory pie is filled with an unusual mix of pigeon or chicken meat, eggs, almonds, and cinnamon. It is commonly prepared for special events such as holidays, weddings, or parties.
The name stems from the Spanish word for pastry – pastilla. It is a time-consuming dish, but well worth the effort, as the end result is an incredibly flavorful, crispy warqa pastry, concealing savory meat and spices such as saffron, nutmeg, and ginger, topped with fried almonds and a dash of powdered sugar and cinnamon.
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Merguez is a spicy, flavorful sausage that originates from North Africa, particularly Algeria, Tunisia, and Morocco. It is traditionally made from ground lamb or beef, or a combination of both. Merguez is known for its distinctive red color, which comes from the addition of spices such as paprika, chili pepper, and harissa (a hot chili paste).
Other common seasonings include cumin, garlic, coriander, fennel, and sumac. The sausages are typically stuffed into lamb casings and can be grilled, pan-fried, or used in a variety of dishes, including stews, tagines, and couscous. Merguez is popular in North African cuisine and has also become widely enjoyed in France and other parts of Europe.
Tanjia is a unique Moroccan specialty made by cooking lamb meat in a clay urn along with flavorings such as saffron, cumin, garlic, lemons, and olive oil. The dish is especially popular in Marrakech, where the urns are filled with all of the ingredients, then placed in the coals of a public bath (hammam) to slowly cook overnight until the meat is so tender that it falls off the bone.
Originally, tanjia was created and cooked by men who would go on outdoor picnics.
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Best Maghrebi Food Producers
Domaine Adonis is an olive oil producer based in Tunisia. They specialize in high-quality, extra virgin olive oils. Their products are made using traditional cultivation methods combined with modern processing techniques. Domaine Adonis focuses on sustainability and maintaining the natural ecosystem in their olive groves.
The company emphasizes the importance of the terroir, which contributes to the unique flavor profile of their olive oils.
Noor Fès is a premium Moroccan extra virgin olive oil brand, founded with the aim of recovering the authentic taste of traditional Moroccan olive oil. The company, based in the Fez region, focuses on the high-end market. The olives used in Noor Fès are sourced from ancient Moroccan Picholine varieties.
After years of careful harvesting, Noor Fès was introduced in 2018, quickly becoming a leader in Morocco’s olive oil market. The olive orchards benefit from an exceptional microclimate and pure mineral water streams, contributing to the distinct quality of the oil.
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ATHENA IOOC - Double Gold
2024

NYIOOC - Gold
2023

Olive Japan - Gold
2023, 2021
BEST Noor Fès Olive Oils
Saraya Natural Products Tunisia is a producer of olive oil based in Tunisia. The company focuses on producing high-quality olive oil using traditional and modern techniques. They emphasize sustainability and organic farming practices in the cultivation of their olive trees.
Their product line includes various types of olive oils aimed at both local and international markets.
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NYIOOC - Gold
2023

Olive Japan - Gold
2023
BEST Saraya Natural Products Tunisia Olive Oils
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NYIOOC - Gold
2023

EVO IOOC - Gold Medal
2023

London IOOC - Gold
2023, 2022
BEST Dear Goodness Olive Oils
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ATHENA IOOC - Gold
2023

Anatolian IOOC - Gold
2023
BEST Société Chebla D'huile D'olive Alimentaire Olive Oils
CHO Group is a leading producer of olive oil based in Tunisia. The company was established in 1996 and has grown to become one of the country's largest olive oil exporters. CHO Group operates several brands, including Terra Delyssa, which is distributed internationally.
The company focuses on producing high-quality extra virgin olive oil and is committed to sustainable farming practices. CHO Group also utilizes state-of-the-art technology and has implemented rigorous quality controls throughout their production process.
Massiva is an olive oil producer based in Tunisia. They specialize in producing high-quality extra virgin olive oil using traditional farming techniques. The company emphasizes sustainable practices and prioritizes the health of their olive groves.
Massiva olive oil is available in various international markets.
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ATHENA IOOC - Double Gold
2023

ATHENA IOOC - Gold
2024
BEST Almoshkat Agricultural Production Olive Oils
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Best Maghrebi Food Products
Noor Fès is a premium extra virgin olive oil made from the Moroccan Picholine olive variety. This high-quality olive oil is produced with traditional methods to preserve its authentic taste and rich flavor profile. The olives are carefully harvested and processed to ensure a smooth and well-balanced oil with notes of fruitiness and mild bitterness.
Noor Fès has gained recognition for its excellence in international competitions, showcasing its superior quality. It is regarded as one of the finest examples of Moroccan olive oil.
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ATHENA IOOC - Double Gold
2024

NYIOOC - Gold
2023

Olive Japan - Gold
2023, 2021
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NYIOOC - Gold
2023

Olive Japan - Gold
2022

EVO IOOC - Gold Medal
2022, 2021
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NYIOOC - Gold
2023

Olive Japan - Gold
2022

EVO IOOC - Gold Medal
2022
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NYIOOC - Gold
2023

EVO IOOC - Gold Medal
2022

ATHENA IOOC - Gold
2021
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Olive Japan - Gold
2022

EVOOLEUM - Top 100
2023, 2022

EVOOLEUM - BEST OF EACH COUNTRY
2023, 2022
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EVO IOOC - Gold Medal
2022, 2021

ATHENA IOOC - Gold
2022

OLIVINUS - Gran Prestigio Oro
2022
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ATHENA IOOC - Double Gold
2024

OLIVINUS - TOP 20 OLIVINUS 2022
2022

OLIVINUS - Gran Prestigio Oro
2022
Olivko Kids is a high-quality extra virgin olive oil specially designed for children. Made from carefully selected olives and cold-extracted to preserve its natural nutrients, it offers a mild, smooth taste that is gentle on young palates. Rich in healthy fats, antioxidants, and essential vitamins, it supports children's growth, brain development, and overall well-being.
Perfect for daily use in meals, it ensures a nutritious addition to a balanced diet.
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London IOOC - Gold
2021

OLIVINUS - Gran Prestigio Oro
2022, 2021
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London IOOC - Gold
2021

OLIVINUS - Gran Prestigio Oro
2021, 2020
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Olive Japan - Gold
2023

EVOOLEUM - Top 100
2024

EVOOLEUM - BEST FROM COUNTRY
2024
TasteAtlas food rankings are based on the ratings of the TasteAtlas audience, with a series of mechanisms that recognize real users and that ignore bot, nationalist or local patriotic ratings, and give additional value to the ratings of users that the system recognizes as knowledgeable. For the “Top 100 Maghrebi Foods” list until March 27, 2025, 16,119 ratings were recorded, of which 3,514 were recognized by the system as legitimate. TasteAtlas Rankings should not be seen as the final global conclusion about food. Their purpose is to promote excellent local foods, instill pride in traditional dishes, and arouse curiosity about dishes you haven’t tried.