North African with Italian influence from colonial times: spicy tomato sauces, pasta (makarouna), couscous and lamb. Bazin is a national dish.
History
Italy ruled Libya from 1911 to 1943, and pasta stayed in Libyan homes. Berber, Arab and Ottoman traditions blend with it.
Ingredients
- Lamb
- Pasta
- Couscous
- Barley flour
- Tomato
- Chilli
- Olive oil
- Dates
How it's made
- Cook tomato-chilli sauce with meat
- Boil pasta or steam couscous
- Serve with bread and dates
- Finish with tea
Photos: ingredients, making & serving
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What Libya drinks
Libyan tea (three rounds), mint tea
Ratings & notes
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