Matbucha facts for kids
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| Type | Meze |
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| Course | Appetizer |
| Place of origin | Morocco |
| Region or state | Maghreb |
| Created by | Moroccan Jews |
| Main ingredients | Tomatoes, bell peppers, garlic, chili peppers |
Matbucha (Hebrew: מטבוחה maṭbūkhah) is a tasty dip or cooked salad. It comes from Morocco and is popular among Moroccan Jews. This dish is made from cooked tomatoes and roasted bell peppers. It gets its flavor from garlic and chili peppers.
Matbucha is cooked slowly for many hours. It is often served as an appetizer or a side dish. People in Israel love matbucha. Jewish immigrants from Morocco brought this delicious recipe to Israel.
You can enjoy matbucha with challah bread. Challah is a special braided bread. Sometimes, it is served with "home bread," a traditional Moroccan Jewish bread. Matbucha can also be a base for other dishes, like shakshuka.
How Matbucha is Made
Making matbucha takes time and patience. The main ingredients are tomatoes, bell peppers, chilis, and garlic. These are cooked together over low heat. They simmer for several hours.
This long cooking process makes the vegetables very soft. They break down into a smooth, thick spread. The texture is similar to a jam. This slow cooking helps all the flavors mix well.
Matbucha in Stores
Matbucha is very popular in Israel. You can find it in most grocery stores. It is sold by many brands, like Sabra and Osem. You can buy it fresh from the refrigerated section. It also comes in jars that can stay on a shelf.
In recent years, matbucha has also become available in other countries. For example, you can now find it in the United States. Brands like NY Shuk sell it there.
See also
In Spanish: Matbuja para niños
