Kafteji

Name: Kafteji
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Tunisian
Ingredients: 2 green bell peppers, diced; 3 tomatoes, diced; 200g pumpkin, cubed; 2 potatoes, cubed; 4 eggs; 1 onion, diced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tsp ground cumin; 1/2 tsp caraway seeds; 3 tbsp olive oil; Vegetable oil for frying; Salt and pepper

كفتاجي (kaf-TAY-jee)

Fried Vegetable Medley with Egg

⏱ Prep Time 30 min

📈 Difficulty Easy

👥 Servings

🔥 Calories 346 kcal

A colorful tumble of fried peppers, tomatoes, pumpkin, and potatoes tossed with scrambled eggs and served with crusty bread.

Nutrition & Info

Protein 14.0g

Carbs 32.0g

Fat 18.0g

Protein Carbs Fat

Dietary

vegetarian dairy-free nut-free

Allergen Warnings

⚠ eggs

Equipment Needed

large skillet deep fryer or pot cutting board

Presentation Guide

Vessel: large shallow plate

Garnishes: harissa, olives

Accompaniments: crusty bread

Ingredients

2 green bell peppers, diced
3 tomatoes, diced
200g pumpkin, cubed
2 potatoes, cubed
4 eggs
1 onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp caraway seeds
3 tbsp olive oil
Vegetable oil for frying
Salt and pepper

Instructions

1
Separately fry cubed potatoes and pumpkin in vegetable oil until golden and tender. Drain on paper towels.
2
Fry diced peppers until blistered and softened, about five minutes. Drain and add to the potato mixture.
3
In a large skillet, heat olive oil and cook onion and garlic until soft. Add diced tomatoes and cook down.
4
Add all fried vegetables to the tomato mixture, season with cumin, caraway, salt, and pepper. Toss together.
5
Beat eggs, pour over the vegetable mixture, and stir gently until eggs are just set and coating everything.
6
Serve immediately in a large dish with crusty bread for scooping, and harissa on the side for extra heat.

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Did You Know?

Kafteji is considered the ultimate hangover cure in Tunisia and is the go-to midnight snack at late-night eateries.

Chef's Notes

Equipment Tips

large skillet
deep fryer or pot
cutting board

Garnishing

harissa, olives

Accompaniments

crusty bread

The Story Behind Kafteji

Kafteji is Tunisian home cooking at its most resourceful and comforting. This humble dish turns whatever vegetables are on hand into a hearty, satisfying meal by frying and combining them with eggs. The technique of separately frying each vegetable before combining them ensures that every component maintains its distinct texture and flavor, a hallmark of careful Tunisian cooking even in its most casual form.

🕐 Traditionally enjoyed lunch, casual dining 📜 Origins: Traditional Tunisian

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