Tunisian brik
Description
Perfect with tea or coffee. Tunisian brik are very popular hand pies in thin, crisp pastry. The filling can vary; here I suggest an authentic version. If you are not sure about the quality of the pastry, it is better to use a double layer from the outset. Serve with tea or coffee.
Instructions
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Step 1
Prepare the ingredients.
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Step 2
Boil the potatoes, mash them into a purée, and add finely chopped parsley.
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Step 3
Grate the cheese on a medium grater.
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Step 4
Fold the dough into a square, folding the corners toward the center. For extra stability, you can use two layers of dough. Do this on a plate so it will be easier to transfer to the pan later.
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Step 5
In the centre, spoon mashed potato in a circle to form a ring.
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Step 6
Pour an egg into the center of the mashed potatoes and sprinkle lightly with salt.
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Step 7
Add finely chopped yellow onion onto the purée, sprinkle with grated cheese, and place 7–8 capers on each portion.
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Step 8
Place the canned tuna over the egg, sprinkle with cheese. Brush the pastry edges with egg white. Fold the pastry into a triangle and press the edges tight.
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Step 9
Fry the brik on both sides in a hot skillet over medium heat, spooning vegetable oil over it from the pan.
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Step 10
Serve Tunisian brik hot; you can serve it with any sauce, fresh herbs, black olives, or green olives. This pie can replace a full lunch or dinner because it is very filling. It is delicious!