Algerian Tajine Zitoune on the global culinary stage

Algeria’s Tajine Zitoune has earned a top spot on the global culinary stage, ranked fourth worldwide by experts on beIN Gourmet on Sunday, while topping the charts in the Arab world and Africa.

This iconic stew, originating from Algiers, is centered on olives and can be made with chicken, lamb, or turkey, often enriched with vegetables and spices like saffron, thyme, and bay leaves. Regional variations abound from Algiers’ white sauce to western Algeria’s red sauce, and Constantine’s unique mushroom-and-olive versions.

Cooked in its traditional earthenware Tajine, this dish blends heritage, flavor, and versatility, making it a true star of Algerian cuisine.