Lablabi or lablebi (لبلابي) is a traditional Tunisian dish based on chickpeas in a thin garlic- and cumin-flavored broth, served over small pieces of stale crusty bread.[1] It is a staple comfort food in Tunisia and is also found in variations in Iraq and other parts of the Middle East.
The name derives from the Turkish word leblebi, meaning grilled chickpeas.[2]
Variations
- Hergma: A traditional version made with cow's trotters, adding richness to the broth.
- Bizerte Lablabi:[3] A sandwich variation popular in northern Tunisia, made by stuffing a baguette with the chickpea mixture and toppings.
- Iraqi Lablabi:[4] A simple dish of chickpeas in broth.
Cultural significance
Lablabi was originally a winter breakfast dish, but it is now enjoyed at any time of the day, year-round. It is particularly popular among young people as a late-night meal, often consumed to mitigate the effects of alcohol after a night out.[5]
Nutritional information
| Nutrient (Per 100g) | Value |
|---|---|
| Calories | 353 |
| Protein | 16g |
| Fat | 9g |
| Carbohydrates | 54g |
| Fiber | 12g |
| Sugar | 2g |
| Sodium | 480mg |
References
- ^ "Taste Tunisia?". 1 October 2022. Archived from the original on 29 October 2023. Retrieved 29 December 2024.
- ^ "Taste Tunisia?". 23 January 2023. Archived from the original on 29 October 2023. Retrieved 29 December 2024.
- ^ "Lablabi Story Ou le sandwich Bizertin". 9 February 2024. Archived from the original on 22 December 2024. Retrieved 29 December 2024.
- ^ "Lablabi (Chickpea) Iraqi Snack". 10 August 2022. Archived from the original on 24 December 2024. Retrieved 29 December 2024.
- ^ "This Tunisian soup is not for the faint of the heart". www.vice.com. 28 March 2016. Archived from the original on 2022-12-05. Retrieved 2022-12-05.
See also
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