10 Foods to Try in Morocco
THE ultimate FOODIE guide
Moroccan cuisine is a feast for the senses, offering a rich blend of flavors, aromas, and textures influenced by Arab, Berber, and Mediterranean traditions. Whether you’re exploring the bustling souks of Marrakech, dining in a traditional riad, or savoring street food, here are some must-try Moroccan dishes.
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1. Tagine
Tagine is both a dish and the clay pot in which it is cooked. Slow-cooked to perfection, tagines come in various flavors, such as:
- Vegetable Tagine – A healthy and flavorful vegetarian option.
- Chicken with Preserved Lemon and Olives – A classic, tangy, and savory delight.
- Lamb with Prunes and Almonds – A rich and slightly sweet combination.
2. Pastilla
This unique dish combines sweet and savory flavors. Traditionally made with pigeon (though chicken is common), pastilla consists of layers of flaky pastry filled with spiced meat, almonds, and eggs, dusted with cinnamon and powdered sugar.
3. Harira
A hearty soup made from tomatoes, lentils, chickpeas, and spices, harira is commonly enjoyed during Ramadan to break the fast. It’s often served with dates and chebakia (a sesame-coated pastry).
4. Couscous
Often served on Fridays, couscous is a staple dish made from steamed semolina grains and topped with vegetables, chickpeas, and meat. It’s usually accompanied by a broth and sometimes garnished with caramelized onions and raisins.
5. Zaalouk
This smoky, spiced eggplant and tomato salad is a delicious appetizer or side dish, often enjoyed with fresh bread.
6. Bissara
A simple yet delicious fava bean soup, bissara is commonly eaten for breakfast, drizzled with olive oil and served with warm bread.
7. Moroccan Mint Tea
Often served on Fridays, couscous is a staple dish made from steamed semolina grains and topped with vegetables, chickpeas, and meat. It’s usually accompanied by a broth and sometimes garnished with caramelized onions and raisins.
8. Mechoui
A traditional dish of slow-roasted lamb, mechoui is usually cooked in underground ovens until tender. It is seasoned simply with salt and cumin, allowing the natural flavors of the meat to shine.
9. Sfenj
Moroccan doughnuts, sfenj, are light and airy treats fried to golden perfection and sometimes dusted with sugar. They are best enjoyed with a cup of mint tea.
10. Chebakia
A sweet treat made from sesame dough, shaped into intricate designs, deep-fried, and coated in honey. Chebakia is particularly popular during Ramadan.
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