Tfaya

Ingredients

Olive oil

3 tablespoons

Onions

4 large, thinly sliced

Raisins

1 cup

Honey

1/4 cup

Water

1 1/2 cups

Cinnamon sticks

2

Ground ginger

1 teaspoon

Ground turmeric

1 teaspoon

Ground cumin

1 teaspoon

Ground coriander

1 teaspoon

Black pepper

1/2 teaspoon

Salt

1 teaspoon

Cinnamon

1 teaspoon

Cilantro

1/4 cup, chopped (for garnish)

Almonds

1/2 cup, sliced

Instructions

1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and sauté, stirring occasionally, until the onions are golden brown and caramelized, about 30 minutes.
2. Once the onions are beautifully caramelized, add the raisins, cinnamon, ginger, turmeric, cumin, coriander, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to ensure the spices are evenly distributed among the onions.
3. Pour in the water and honey, then add the cinnamon sticks. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
4. Cover the pot and let it simmer gently for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. The flavors will meld beautifully, and the mixture will thicken slightly.
5. While the tfaya simmers, toast the sliced almonds in a dry pan over medium heat until golden brown, about 3-5 minutes. Keep a close eye on them to prevent burning.
6. To serve, spoon the tfaya generously over a bed of fluffy couscous or rice. Garnish with the toasted almonds and chopped cilantro for a fresh finish.