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.
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