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Algerian Sauce (Sauce Algérienne)

Algerian sauce, or sauce Algérienne, is a harissa mayonnaise which tastes amazing with kebabs or French tacos. You can often find it served in Algeria, Tunisia, Morocco, Switzerland, France, and Belgium. It’s tangy and spicy and easy to make at home!

Sauce Algérienne in a bowl

What is Algerian sauce?

Algerian sauce is a spicy harissa mayo made using the following ingredients:

  • Onion, finely chopped
  • Fresh coriander, finely chopped
  • Garlic, minced
  • Mayonnaise
  • Lemon juice
  • Harissa paste
  • Tomato purée
  • Ground cumin
  • Sugar
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How to make Algerian sauce (sauce Algérienne)

Firstly, finely chop your onions and coriander, and mince your garlic.

Then, simply mix everything together in a bowl and your sauce is ready to eat.

You can keep your sauce in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 10 days.

What to eat with Algerian sauce

Algerian sauce tastes delicious served with French tacos, kebabs, fries, wedges, or burgers. There are no rules, enjoy it with whatever you please!

Why not try my French Tacos recipe? French tacos are grilled wraps stuffed with protein, a cheesy sauce, and fries with Algerian sauce.

beef wrap with fries

Where is Algerian sauce from?

Algerian sauce is found in many countries in Europe and North Africa. However, its origin is debated. Most agree that it was first created in Northern France and Belgium.

How to make Algerian sauce healthier

To make this sauce lighter, replace some or all of the mayonnaise with plain natural or Greek yoghurt. This will still taste delicious in kebabs.

Expert tip

Use a good quality harissa sauce for the best results. I used the Belazu rose harissa paste.

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Sauce Algérienne in a bowl

Algerian Sauce (Sauce Algérienne)

A tangy harissa mayonnaise perfect served with kebabs, French tacos, and fries.
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 5 minutes
Course dip
Cuisine Algerian
Servings 1 cup

Ingredients
  

  • 3 tbsp white or red onion very finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp fresh coriander chopped
  • 1 garlic clove crushed
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp harissa paste
  • 2 tsp tomato purée
  • ½ tsp ground cumin
  • ½ tsp sugar

Instructions
 

  • Add all the ingredients to a bowl and mix together well. Taste and adjust seasonings accordingly.
  • Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 10 days.
Keyword dip, Harissa, mayonnaise
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Joseph

5 stars
Will definitely be making this again!

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