Follow these steps for perfect results
Red Peppers
halved
Red Chili
halved
Jalapeno Pepper
halved
Plum Tomatoes
halved and seeded
Garlic Cloves
unpeeled
Dried Ground Coriander
ground
Caraway Seed
Cinnamon
Lemon Juice
Olive Oil
Salt
Black Pepper
freshly ground
Capers
Preheat broiler and position rack near the heat source.
Place halved red peppers, red chili (or jalapeno), and halved, seeded plum tomatoes cut-side down on a baking sheet.
Add unpeeled garlic cloves to the baking sheet.
Broil until the skins of the peppers and tomatoes are charred and the garlic cloves are softened.
Remove vegetables from the oven as they are ready to prevent burning.
Let the vegetables cool slightly until they are manageable to handle.
Peel the charred skin from the peppers and tomatoes.
Remove the seeds from the peppers and tomatoes.
Dice the peeled and seeded peppers and place them in a mixing bowl.
In a food processor, combine the peeled tomatoes, chili (or jalapeno), garlic, dried ground coriander, caraway seeds, and cinnamon.
Puree the mixture until smooth.
Stir in lemon juice and olive oil into the tomato puree.
Season the tomato dressing generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
Toss the diced grilled peppers with the tomato dressing in the bowl.
Garnish the salad with capers before serving.
Expert advice for the best results
For a deeper smoky flavor, grill the vegetables over an open flame instead of broiling.
Adjust the amount of chili pepper to your desired level of spiciness.
Add a touch of sweetness with a drizzle of honey or agave nectar.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
Can be made 1-2 days in advance.
Serve in a shallow bowl, garnished with fresh parsley or cilantro.
Serve with crusty bread or pita bread.
Serve as part of a mezze platter.
Complements the smoky and spicy flavors.
Refreshing and palate-cleansing.
Discover the story behind this recipe
A staple in Tunisian cuisine, often served as an appetizer or side dish.
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