Moroccan Cuisine

Moroccan cuisine is revered worldwide for its rich and diverse flavors. It skillfully blends influences from the country’s historical heritage and unique geographic location.

In Morocco, you’ll discover a delightful fusion of Arab and Berber culinary traditions, complemented by inspirations drawn from Southern Europe.

Explore our guide to the main dishes of Morocco and immerse yourself in the delightful flavors of Moroccan cuisine.

1- Couscous

Couscous is probably the dish for which Morocco is best known. It is traditionally eaten on Fridays with the whole family present, after the weekly sermon at the mosques has finished.

Correct preparation often takes the full morning, as one must prepare a stewed chicken, vegetables, or meat with broth, make a sweet, spiced sauce made of onions and raisins, and carefully steam the couscous.

In restaurants, it is often served with lben, a tangy fermented milk much like kefir. It goes well with the rich flavors of couscous.

2-Tagine

Tagines are some of the most popular dishes throughout the country and can be made with almost anything – vegetables, chicken, fish, shrimp, beef, sheep, or camel.

The main ingredient is placed in the dish, along with some oil, a little water, spices, and vegetables. Meat and chicken are also often accompanied by olives, almonds, apricots, or prunes.

The dish is covered and baked until the ingredients are tender, fragrant, and piping hot.

The combination of all of these ingredients acts to give a sweet and sour flavor. Popular versions include chicken with lemon, beef with prunes, and lamb with dates.

3-Harira

Harira may be one of the most important dishes in Morocco because of it’s role during Ramadan, it is made in households across the country to be eaten as part of the breaking the fast meal.During the Muslim holy month, you’ll see giant kettles simmering in every restaurant, and smell its inviting aroma wafting from every home.Made of a light tomato broth with various add-ins noodles, lentils, chickpeas, and a little bit of mutton or chicken for flavor, harira is the perfect thing to eat after a long day of fasting.It’s also great as a quick snack to warm up on chilly winter evenings.

4-Mint Tea

Mint tea can be found everywhere in Morocco and is consumed throughout the day, every single day. It’s the most popular drink in the country and is made from green tea, with peppermint and sugar added.

You’ll likely be offered mint tea with every meal, or in most stores you visit.

One of the most interesting parts of drinking mint tea is the preparation, with the tea being poured into the tiny drinking glass from a teapot held at a great height.

Sampling Morocco’s cuisine should be one of your priorities as you travel across the country. Expect to experience tender, slow-cooked meat, flavorful vegetables and a unique combination of spices that act to enhance rather than mask the flavors

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