Omek Houria - Tunisian Mashed Carrot Salad

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Omek Houria is a Tunisian salad made with mashed vegetables, usually carrots, but zucchini or squash are equally good, and tossed with a harissa caraway dressing. The salad is usually garnished with boiled eggs, Feta, olives, capers or tuna. Spicy harissa, fresh cilantro, lemon juice and caraway seeds add an extra, wonderful layer of flavour, depth, and complexity to this simple salad that is traditionally served as an appetizer, but can equally well be an ideal accompaniment to any grilled meat or pan fried fish.

 

700 g Carrots, peeled and chopped 3 tbsp Cilantro leaves, chopped Black olives, for garnish (optional) Feta cheese, crumbled (optional)

2 Large garlic cloves, minced 3 tbsp Freshly squeezed lemon juice 2 tsp Harissa 1/2 tsp Freshly ground caraway seeds 4 tbsp Extra-virgin olive oil Sea salt to taste

1. Wash, peel, and coarsely chop the carrots. Place them into to a saucepan, then cover with cold water and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer the carrots until tender, about 20 minutes. You can also steam the carrots in a steamer until soft, about 15-20 minute.
2. Drain and mash the carrots with a fork or masher until you get the desired consistency.
3. Place all the dressing ingredients in a bowl and mix until well combined. Taste and adjust the seasoning.
4. Toss the mashed carrots and chopped cilantro with the prepared dressing. Garnish with black olives and crumbled Feta cheese. Serve with fresh homemade bread and a grilled protein of your choice.

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