Infused Tunisian Berkoukes with Caramelized Onion and Date
A traditional Tunisian delight reimagined with sweet and savory accents
Infused Tunisian Berkoukes is a hearty pasta dish enriched with the sweet depth of caramelized onions and dates, perfect for a soulful meal.
- 1 h 45 min
- 4
- Intermediate
Ingredients
Berkoukes Pasta
Caramelized Onion & Date Mixture
Spice Infusion
Garnishing
Preparation
Marinating the Dates
Mix dates
In a small bowl, mix chopped dates with ground cinnamon and a tablespoon of warm water.
Soften dates
Let the mixture sit for at least 15 minutes to soften the dates.
Drain excess
Drain any excess liquid before using.
Preparing the Caramelized Onions
Heat butter
Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat.
Cook onions
Add sliced onions and cook until translucent, about 10 minutes.
Caramelize onions
Add brown sugar, stirring constantly until onions are golden brown and caramelized.
For best flavor, allow the onions to caramelize slowly without rushing the process. Do not leave the onions unattended; stirring frequently prevents burning. Add a splash of water if the onions start to stick, to maintain moisture.
Cooking Process
Prepare Berkoukes
Simmer the Berkoukes in vegetable broth until tender, then drain excess liquid.
Integrate onions and dates
Combine caramelized onions and date mixture in a pan, adding cumin seeds and ground coriander.
Assemble final dish
Gently mix the Berkoukes with the onion-date-spice blend, season with paprika, salt, and pepper.
Plating & Serving
Infused Tunisian Berkoukes with Caramelized Onion and Date
Infused Tunisian Berkoukes with Caramelized Onion and Date
Plating & Serving
Serve hot, garnish with fresh coriander leaves and toasted almond slivers for a crunchy finish.