Do you want to know more about Moroccan cuisine? Moroccan food is both good and delicious, with various spices, herbs and fresh ingredients added to the dishes.
There are many interesting dishes to try in Morocco, and below you will find 10 recipe tips that you can try on your trip to Morocco or while cooking at home.
couscous
Couscous is the national dish of Morocco and you must try it while you are in the country. In Morocco, couscous is eaten with boiled vegetables and meat – which is a really good combination.
When it comes to Moroccan food, this is one dish that you cannot miss to try in Morocco.
Tanjia
Tanjia is a common dish in Marrakesh and is a beef, chicken or lamb dish with lots of spices.
The meat is cooked in a clay pot for a long time to achieve a good taste and soften the meat.
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Moroccan Chicken Pie
Moroccan Chicken Pie is a very good Moroccan dish that you must try. This crispy phyllo pie is made with flour, chicken, toasted almonds and healthy spices.
It is a Moroccan dish that is often served at festivals and parties, but it is also served in restaurants and can be prepared at home!
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A classic Moroccan dish is Rfissa, which is eaten during festivals and holidays in the country. It is a dish made of lentils, chicken, fenugreek, ras el hanout and clams.
Rfi is topped with fruit, nuts and quail eggs before serving. It is a dish that looks quite festive, and is therefore popular for serving on slightly more festive occasions.
tagine
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Berbertagins, vegetable tagins and lamb are made from, among other things, chicken, beef and various vegetables.
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This is a Moroccan dish very similar to a kebab. The dish is made of meat grilled on a skewer (chicken, lamb or beef) and can be served with or alongside bread and harissa.
It is a common street food in Morocco that is also very cheap. You can get food for 20 Moroccan dirhams, which roughly corresponds to 20 Swedish kroner.
zalouki
Zalouk is a delicious salad made from tomatoes, eggplant, olive oil, garlic and various spices. It is a common side dish ordered in restaurants and is best eaten with Moroccan bread.
This is one of the Moroccan dishes that is vegetarian, vegan and gluten free!
Kefta
Moroccan meatballs, also known as kefta, are a classic dish in Morocco. They are made from minced meat Or minced meat mixed with various spices.
For the preparation of kefta, coriander, cumin, parsley and paprika are used, among others. Some recipes also include mint, cayenne pepper, and cinnamon.
When it comes to Moroccan food, kefta is a must try.
Khobzi
In Morocco, bread is eaten with most meals – they are a big part of Moroccan cuisine.
Khobz is a common type of bread in Morocco that is very tasty. It is baked in a wood-fired oven and served with various dishes.
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One soup you must try in Morocco is Harira. It is a soup made of chickpeas, lentils and beef or lamb broth.
It is a delicious soup that is usually eaten during Ramadan to break the fast. Sometimes charia (noodles) are added to the recipe to make the food a little richer.
More about Moroccan cuisine
Moroccan cuisine is both delicious and colorful. Common ingredients in Moroccan cuisine are meat (beef, lamb, chicken, shellfish), olive oil, couscous, and various spices and herbs.
Foods are often seasoned with mint, parsley, coriander, mint, turmeric, oregano, sage, verbena and bay leaves.
Meals are usually served with bread, couscous, salads, vegetables and Moroccan mint tea.
What is the national law of Morocco?
Couscous is the national dish of Morocco.
Do Moroccans eat with their hands?
Yes, many Moroccans eat their food with their right hand. To grip the food, you eat with the first two fingers and the thumb.
Remember that only the right hand is used to eat food. The left hand is used to send food to each other and take bread from the table.
Are there any Moroccan dishes that are vegetarian?
Many Moroccan dishes contain meat or seafood. However, some traditional dishes can be made vegetarian if you want to cook Moroccan food at home.
Zalouk is a dish that can be eaten by vegetarians and can also be enjoyed by vegetarians and those with gluten allergies.
What do you eat for breakfast in Morocco?
A typical Moroccan breakfast includes bread eaten with jam, olive oil, butter or cheese. Eggs, pancakes, olives and goat cheese are also common for breakfast in Morocco.
What spices are used in Moroccan cuisine?
Cinnamon, ginger, cumin, turmeric, paprika, saffron, coriander, cloves, sesame and black pepper are common spices used in Moroccan cuisine.
Moroccan desserts
Morocco has many good sweets and desserts to satisfy your sweet tooth. Moroccan desserts are often made with dates, honey, cinnamon, figs, oranges, filo pastry, and other savory ingredients.
Below are suggestions of some Moroccan desserts you can try in Morocco:
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- ghoriba
- Chebakia
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- m’hanncha
- Bagheer
- Fekka
- Maul
- Halwa Dial Machine
- kab al ghazal
- baklava
- brioche
Do you have more questions about Moroccan cuisine? Feel free to leave a comment below!