Follow these steps for perfect results
baguette
sliced
harissa
spread
baby cucumbers
chopped
tomato
chopped
white onion
chopped
tuna
drained
olive oil
russet potatoes
peeled and sliced
vegetable oil
for frying
eggs
hard boiled, sliced
capers
optional
salt
to taste
pepper
to taste
Bring water to a boil in a medium saucepan.
Add eggs and cook for 7 minutes on medium-high heat.
Drain and cool eggs before peeling and slicing width-wise.
Peel potatoes and slice into french fry-sized pieces.
Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan.
Add potatoes and fry until golden, turning occasionally.
Remove from pan and place on a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil.
Salt the potatoes while still hot.
Chop cucumbers, tomato, and onion for the salad.
Mix chopped vegetables in a bowl with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Slice the baguette lengthwise, stopping before cutting it completely in half.
Spread harissa on both sides of the baguette.
Spoon the Tunisian salad onto the bottom half of the baguette.
Distribute the tuna evenly on top of the salad.
Place the sliced egg on top of the tuna.
Add french fries and/or capers to the sandwich, if desired.
Place the top half of the baguette in place.
Serve with olives.
Expert advice for the best results
Add a squeeze of lemon juice to the tuna salad for extra flavor.
Use a mandoline to slice the potatoes for even cooking.
Toast the baguette for added crunch.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
Tunisian salad can be made ahead of time.
Serve the sandwich on a rustic plate with olives on the side.
Serve with a side salad.
Pair with a cold drink.
Light and refreshing
Lemon or mint flavored
Discover the story behind this recipe
Popular street food in Tunisia.
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