Djerba Food Guide Tunisia
Djerba’s cuisine blends Berber, Arab, Jewish, and Mediterranean influences. From seafood couscous and grilled fish to sweet pastries and traditional soups, this guide will take you on a culinary journey through Tunisia’s most famous island.
A Mediterranean Culinary Heritage
Djerba’s food culture reflects centuries of history. Local products such as fresh fish, olive oil, dates, and seasonal vegetables are at the heart of each dish, making meals both authentic and full of flavor.
Must-Try Dishes in Djerba
- Djerbian couscous with fish or lamb, enriched with vegetables and spices.
- Chorba: a hearty soup flavored with tomatoes, vegetables, and pasta.
- Grilled fish: fresh from the daily catch, roasted over open flames.
- Ojja: a sizzling dish of tomatoes, peppers, eggs, and merguez sausage.
Sweet Specialties
- Makroud: semolina pastry with dates and honey.
- Bambalouni: a Tunisian donut, fried and coated in sugar.
- Baklava: layers of filo pastry with nuts and syrup.
Local Products of Djerba
- Olive oil, golden and fragrant.
- Deglet Nour dates, the “queen of dates”.
- Spices: harissa, cumin, paprika, coriander.
- Seafood: dried octopus, prawns, sea bream.
Culinary Experiences
- Explore Houmt Souk’s markets.
- Join a cooking workshop with locals.
- Dine in traditional restaurants in Midoun.
Last updated: September 23, 2025
Author: Djerba Culinary Guide
