Algerian cuisine has a richness and freshness that few other cuisines can match, thanks to a unique and interesting mixture of French, Mediterranean, and North African ingredients.

African spice, Mediterranean freshness, and French flair all contribute to Algerian cuisine’ rich layers of complexity and taste, which are built on a firm foundation of vegetables, cereals, and meats (except pig).

When it comes to Algerian cookery, there’s a lot to be enthusiastic about. It’s known as the cuisine that gave the world barboucha.

So sit back and enjoy a magnificent culinary experience as a native Algerian gives unique insights into 16 of the country’s most popular and traditional meals.