Klilcha Recipe: Taste the Authentic Flavors of Blida
Klilcha (القليلشة) stands out as a cherished classic from the culinary heritage of Blida. This simple yet flavorful dish highlights the richness of local home cooking—celebrated for its nourishing ingredients and comforting taste, often shared in family gatherings and everyday meals.
A Glimpse into Its Roots
While القليلشة doesn’t appear in widely documented culinary histories, it reflects a broader pattern in Algerian cuisine: the creative use of vegetables, garlic, olive oil, and eggs in light, minimally spiced dishes. Algerian cuisine richly blends Berber, Arab, and Mediterranean influences and often centers around locally grown vegetables and traditional methods like sautéing and simmering (Wikipedia).
Klilcha– Ingredients & Preparation
Ingredients:
- Zucchini (cubed)
- Green pepper (roasted and diced)
- Garlic
- Salt
- Oil (or dried meat fat—qdid)
- Eggs
Instructions:
- Heat oil or qdid in the pot. Add garlic and salt along with a little water to prevent burning. Stir and cook for about 5 minutes.
- Add 1½ cups of water, then the zucchini cubes. Cook until tender.
- Stir in the roasted pepper pieces and mix well. Ensure the mixture isn’t too watery.
- Crack in the eggs and gently stir. Cover and let the eggs cook using the steam. Serve hot—and shahia tayba (enjoy your meal)!
If you’d like to see the full preparation step by step and catch all the little details, make sure to watch the video below