Mtewem
🇩🇿 A dish from Algeria
Tajine mtewem, usually abbreviated to mtewem, is a traditional Algerian dish, and more specifically Algerine. It is made from minced meatballs, pieces of chicken or lamb meat, garlic, chickpeas and almonds.
What gives it away
| 🥘Main ingredients | minced meat, chicken or lamb, garlic, chickpeas, almonds |
|---|---|
| 🔥Cooking method | stewed meatballs in a sauce |
| 👅Flavour & style | garlicky, savory, rich |
| 🕒When it’s eaten | main dish |
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Frequently asked questions
Where does Mtewem come from?
Mtewem is a dish that originated in Algeria.
What is Mtewem?
Tajine mtewem, usually abbreviated to mtewem, is a traditional Algerian dish, and more specifically Algerine. It is made from minced meatballs, pieces of chicken or lamb meat, garlic, chickpeas and almonds.