Matbucha
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| Course | Appetizer |
|---|---|
| Place of origin | Morocco |
| Region or state | North Africa |
| Created by | Amazigh (Berbers) |
| Main ingredients | Tomatoes, bell peppers, garlic, chili peppers |
Matbucha (Arabic: مطبوخة, maṭbūkhah; Hebrew: מטבוחה; French: salade cuite) is a North African condiment or cooked salad consisting of cooked tomatoes and roasted bell peppers seasoned with garlic and chili pepper, and slow-cooked for a number of hours. It is traditionally served in North Africa with a traditional Moroccan bread and as a condiment typically served as part of an appetizer, often as part of a salad course. It is a widespread dish in Israel after being introduced by Moroccan Jews and is commonly served for Friday night Shabbat dinner.