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Tunisian Fricassé Sandwich with Spicy Harissa and Tuna Aioli

Name: Tunisian Fricassé Sandwich with Spicy Harissa and Tuna Aioli
Prep time: 60 min
Cook time: 180 min
Total time: 240 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Appetizer
Ingredients: 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour; 1 packet (2 ¼ tsp) instant yeast; 1 tsp sugar; 1 tsp salt; 1 cup warm water; 2 tbsp olive oil; 2 tbsp harissa paste; 1 tbsp olive oil; ½ tsp cumin; ½ tsp coriander seeds, crushed; 1 can (150g) tuna in olive oil, drained; 2 cloves garlic, minced; ⅓ cup mayonnaise; 1 tbsp lemon juice; 2 boiled eggs, sliced; ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved; ¼ cup green olives, pitted and sliced; 1 tbsp capers, rinsed

Tunisian Fricassé is a delightful sandwich featuring a fried dough roll filled with spicy harissa, tuna aioli, and bright, zesty accompaniments.

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·By Ethan Brooks·November 2, 2025

Tunisian Fricassé Sandwich with Spicy Harissa and Tuna Aioli — Appetizer served and photographed from above

Prep

1 h

Cook

3 h

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Dough

For the Spicy Harissa

For the Tuna Aioli

For Filling & Assembly

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 481 kcal
Protein: 17.17 g
Carbs: 58.83 g
Fat: 19.33 g
Fiber: 2.33 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 2887 kcal
Protein: 103 g
Carbs: 353 g
Fat: 116 g
Fiber: 14 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
3 ½ cups all-purpose flour	1600	45	330	5	12
1 packet (2 ¼ tsp) instant yeast	15	2	2	0	0
1 tsp sugar	16	0	4	0	0
1 tsp salt	0	0	0	0	0
1 cup warm water	0	0	0	0	0
2 tbsp olive oil	240	0	0	28	0
2 tbsp harissa paste	20	1	3	1	1
1 tbsp olive oil	120	0	0	14	0
½ tsp cumin	4	0	1	0	0
½ tsp coriander seeds, crushed	2	0	0	0	0
1 can (150g) tuna in olive oil, drained	280	40	0	14	0
2 cloves garlic, minced	9	0	2	0	0
⅓ cup mayonnaise	360	0	3	40	0
1 tbsp lemon juice	4	0	1	0	0
2 boiled eggs, sliced	150	13	1	10	0
½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved	15	1	3	0	1
¼ cup green olives, pitted and sliced	50	1	3	4	1
1 tbsp capers, rinsed	2	0	0	0	0

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Preparing the Dough

1
Mix dry ingredients
Mix flour, yeast, sugar, and salt in a large bowl.
2
Add wet ingredients
Gradually add warm water and olive oil, mixing until a dough forms.
3
Knead and rise
Knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth. Cover and let rise for 1-2 hours.
Tip: Let the dough rest to achieve the perfect texture and ensure it doubles in size for best results.

Crafting the Harissa

1
Combine harissa and oil
Mix harissa paste with olive oil in a small bowl.
2
Season spices
Stir in cumin and crushed coriander seeds. Adjust spice level if needed.

How to Make Tunisian Fricassé Sandwich with Spicy Harissa and Tuna Aioli

Total time: 4 h · Yields 6 servings

1
Frying the Bread
Heat oil in a deep pan to 350°F. Fry dough balls until golden brown and cooked through.
2
Tuna Aioli
Blend tuna, garlic, mayonnaise, and lemon juice until smooth.
3
Sandwich Assembly
Slice open fried rolls, spread with harissa, fill with tuna aioli, and layer with other fillings.