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TUNISIA

Veganism is not very common or popular in Tunisia, but it is not nonexistent either. In Tunis, the capital city, there are some signs of growing interest and preference for a plant-based lifestyle. These signs include some restaurants that offer vegan options or can adapt their dishes, and some products that are vegan-friendly in different sectors, such as food, cosmetics, and cleaning. However, in most other cities in Tunisia, veganism is either rejected or unknown as a concept.

If you are looking for vegan options in Tunisia, you might be surprised by how many dishes are already plant-based or can be easily adapted. Here are some examples of what you can enjoy: Mlewi is a thin and crispy flatbread that goes well with any dip or sauce. Omek Houria: A spicy carrot salad that is usually topped with eggs and tuna, but you can ask for it without them. Slata mechwia: a grilled salad of tomato and pepper that is also often garnished with eggs and tuna but can be made vegan by omitting them. Ftira: A large and fluffy fried dough that resembles a donut. Bambalouni: a smaller and thinner version of ftira that is coated with white sugar. Halkoum is a chewy candy made of sugar and nuts. Makroudh: A semolina cookie that is filled with date paste and fried or baked.

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Authenticity

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Traditional Moroccan orange sweetened mashed carrots topped with syrup and decorated with four colored candy-coated almonds.
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