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Khlea wa L'bid (Dried Cured Meat with Eggs)

Khlea wa L'bid (Dried Cured Meat with Eggs)

A hearty and flavorful dish from the Fes and Meknes regions, Khlea wa L'bid features pieces of preserved and dried cured meat (khlea) sautéed until crispy, then combined with eggs to create a rich, savory scramble. The khlea, which is typically beef or lamb preserved in fat and spices, imparts an intense, umami flavor to the eggs. It's a breakfast of champions or a satisfying meal, traditionally

Recipe Details

Prep Time: 5
Cook Time: 15
Servings: 4
Difficulty: Easy

Ingredients

  • 200g khlea (dried cured beef or lamb), thinly sliced
  • 6 large eggs
  • 2 tbsp khlea fat or olive oil
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp cumin (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste (go easy on salt as khlea is salty)
  • Fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped, for garnish

A hearty and flavorful dish from the Fes and Meknes regions, Khlea wa L'bid features pieces of preserved and dried cured meat (khlea) sautéed until crispy, then combined with eggs to create a rich, savory scramble. The khlea, which is typically beef or lamb preserved in fat and spices, imparts an intense, umami flavor to the eggs. It's a breakfast of champions or a satisfying meal, traditionally served with strong mint tea and crusty bread.

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