Where does Hmiss come from?

Hmiss — country of origin: Algeria.

What is Hmiss made of?

Green bell pepper, tomato, garlic, olive oil, chilli.

How do you pronounce Hmiss?

حميس (Arabic, Algeria) is pronounced /ħmiːs/.

Hmiss

حميسPronunciation (IPA) /ħmiːs/

A warm or room-temperature Algerian salad of roasted peppers and tomatoes.

Also known as: Hmiss Salad · Felfel b'tomatich

Allergens & declarations

The classic recipe carries none of the 14 EU allergens.

This describes the classic recipe, so you know what to ask about. It is not a declaration for any particular kitchen — recipes and suppliers vary, and only the restaurant can tell you what is in the dish it serves.

In detail

What it really is

Hmiss is an Algerian warm or room-temperature salad of roasted peppers and tomatoes.

Peppers and tomatoes are roasted or charred, then chopped or crushed into a coarse mixture. Garlic, olive oil and chilli are common seasonings, though the pepper varieties and ratio of tomato to pepper vary by region and cook. Roasting brings sweetness and a smoky edge, while crushing releases juices that bind the vegetables. Hmiss is therefore a cooked, textured salad rather than a raw chopped salad or a smooth dip. Some versions retain larger pieces; others are mashed more finely.

The dish can be served as part of a spread of salads and cooked vegetables, or as a side with bread. Bread is an accompaniment, not an inherent ingredient. Chilli level is not fixed, and “pepper” may mean mild or hot varieties; restaurants should state the heat where possible. A drizzle of oil or garnish may be added, but the core remains roasted pepper and tomato. The name also appears in spelling variants, so keeping “hmiss” alongside a plain-language explanation helps diners recognize the preparation.

How it's served

Serve warm or at room temperature in a small dish. Offer bread separately for scooping if that is the intended service. Keep the vegetable texture visible rather than blending it into a smooth sauce, unless the kitchen’s version is deliberately puréed.

Call it Algerian roasted pepper and tomato salad. Name the chilli and any garnish used, and verify added oil or condiments for the specific serving.

Typical ingredients

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Frequently asked questions

What is Hmiss?: A warm or room-temperature Algerian salad of roasted peppers and tomatoes.
Where does Hmiss come from?: Hmiss — country of origin: Algeria.
What is Hmiss made of?: Green bell pepper, tomato, garlic, olive oil, chilli.
Which allergens does Hmiss contain?: The classic recipe carries none of the 14 EU allergens.
What is Hmiss also known as?: Hmiss Salad, Felfel b'tomatich.
How do you pronounce Hmiss?: حميس (Arabic, Algeria) is pronounced /ħmiːs/. Select the speaker button next to the dish name to hear it.