Brania (Tunisian Rice with Beef and Chickpeas)
Brania, this fragrant Tunisian rice with beef and chickpeas, is a comforting dish that smells of Mediterranean spices. If you're wondering what the most popular traditional Tunisian dishes are, know that brania, cousin to couscous but quicker, is a family meal staple. For an authentic recipe, the key lies in harissa and slow-cooking the meat. You'll love this blend of mild yet spicy flavors, typical of Tunisian cuisine, which differs from Moroccan by its generous use of chili and caraway. A true flavor journey to share without restraint!
Ingredients
- long-grain rice300 g
- beef (brisket or shank)400 g
- cooked chickpeas200 g
- onions2 medium
- garlic3 cloves
- tomato paste2 tablespoons
- harissa1 tablespoon
- ground cumin1 teaspoon
- paprika1 teaspoon
- ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon
- olive oil3 tablespoons
- saltto taste
- black pepperto taste
Instructions
- 1
Cut beef into cubes. Finely chop onions and garlic.
- 2
In a pot, heat olive oil and brown the meat. Add onions and garlic, then tomato paste and harissa. Mix well.
- 3
Stir in cumin, paprika, and cinnamon. Season with salt and pepper. Cover with water (about 1 liter), bring to a boil, then simmer on low heat for 40 minutes until meat is tender.
- 4
Add chickpeas and rinsed rice. Mix, add water to cover (about 2 cm above the rice). Cover and cook on low heat for 15-20 minutes until liquid is absorbed.
- 5
Turn off heat and let rest covered for 5 minutes. Serve hot with lemon wedges and a green salad.
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