Moroccan Food: Most Popular Articles
These articles are the most popular over the last month.
Simple & Easy Moroccan Recipes
Looking for Moroccan recipes that are simple or easy to prepare? Some of the recipes listed here can be made quickly as well.
Looking for Moroccan recipes that are simple or easy to prepare? Some of the recipes listed here can be made quickly as well.
Eid Al-Adha
Learn about Moroccan food traditions at Eid Al-Adha, the most important holiday in Islam. Sometimes called Eid Al-Kabir – the Big Holiday – it is also known as the Festival of Sacrifice.
Learn about Moroccan food traditions at Eid Al-Adha, the most important holiday in Islam. Sometimes called Eid Al-Kabir – the Big Holiday – it is also known as the Festival of Sacrifice.
Essential Spices
Learn which four basic spices are essential to many tagines and stews. Find out what other spices are frequently used in Moroccan cooking.
Learn which four basic spices are essential to many tagines and stews. Find out what other spices are frequently used in Moroccan cooking.
Easy Vegetable Tagine
This Moroccan vegetable tagine is healthy and very easy to prepare. Use either argan oil or olive oil.
This Moroccan vegetable tagine is healthy and very easy to prepare. Use either argan oil or olive oil.
Beet Salad with Vinaigrette
Fresh beets are naturally sweet, very healthy and a colorful addition to the table. Enjoy them in this easy salad with a lemon vinaigrette.
Fresh beets are naturally sweet, very healthy and a colorful addition to the table. Enjoy them in this easy salad with a lemon vinaigrette.
Classic Harira Recipe
Harira is a famous Moroccan soup, and is especially popular in Ramadan. This classic recipe uses fresh tomatoes, chick peas, and lentils.
Harira is a famous Moroccan soup, and is especially popular in Ramadan. This classic recipe uses fresh tomatoes, chick peas, and lentils.
Moroccan Salad Medley
Usually served on special occasions or when entertaining, this beautiful Moroccan Salad Plate features a variety of delicious and colorful Moroccan salads.
Usually served on special occasions or when entertaining, this beautiful Moroccan Salad Plate features a variety of delicious and colorful Moroccan salads.
Harira
Harira is Morocco's famous lentil and tomato soup.
Harira is Morocco's famous lentil and tomato soup.
Recipes for Eid Al-Adha
Eid Al-Adha, known as the Festival of Sacrifice, is the most important holiday in the Islamic calendar. These Moroccan dishes are traditionally prepared during this special time. Although lamb is popular throughout much of Morocco, the meat dishes can also be made with beef or goat.
Eid Al-Adha, known as the Festival of Sacrifice, is the most important holiday in the Islamic calendar. These Moroccan dishes are traditionally prepared during this special time. Although lamb is popular throughout much of Morocco, the meat dishes can also be made with beef or goat.
Moroccan Orange Cake
This Moroccan Orange Cake Recipe is quick and easy to make, and delicious without frosting.
This Moroccan Orange Cake Recipe is quick and easy to make, and delicious without frosting.
Couscous with Seven Vegetables
This famous Moroccan dish features a mound of steamed couscous topped by stewed vegetables and meat. Very delicious!
This famous Moroccan dish features a mound of steamed couscous topped by stewed vegetables and meat. Very delicious!
Moroccan Kefta Kebabs
Kefta is ground beef or lamb, typically mixed with cumin, paprika, minced onion, coriander and parsley. Kefta makes a superb kebab (brochette), and is also the foundation of a number of other Moroccan dishes.
Kefta is ground beef or lamb, typically mixed with cumin, paprika, minced onion, coriander and parsley. Kefta makes a superb kebab (brochette), and is also the foundation of a number of other Moroccan dishes.
Pomegranate Seeds
Pomegranate seeds are juicy, nutritious, and extra delicious with the additions of orange flower water and cinnamon.
Pomegranate seeds are juicy, nutritious, and extra delicious with the additions of orange flower water and cinnamon.
Moroccan Fried Fish Dinner
In Morocco, fried fish is often served with a variety of fried vegetables, cooked salads and even stewed lentils or beans. Pick from the menu ideas here when planning an authentic Moroccan Fried Fish Dinner.
In Morocco, fried fish is often served with a variety of fried vegetables, cooked salads and even stewed lentils or beans. Pick from the menu ideas here when planning an authentic Moroccan Fried Fish Dinner.
Chermoula Recipe
Chermoula is an incredibly tasty Moroccan marinade for fish. Add hot pepper to make it as spicy as you like.
Chermoula is an incredibly tasty Moroccan marinade for fish. Add hot pepper to make it as spicy as you like.
Moroccan Chocolate Cake
Why bake from a mix? This Moroccan Chocolate Cake recipe is quick and easy to prepare.
Why bake from a mix? This Moroccan Chocolate Cake recipe is quick and easy to prepare.
Chebakia Recipe
Halwa Chebakia (also spelled chebbakia and shebakia) is a Moroccan sesame cookie which is folded into a flower shape, fried and then drenched in honey. It's traditionally served during Ramadan and for special occasions.
Halwa Chebakia (also spelled chebbakia and shebakia) is a Moroccan sesame cookie which is folded into a flower shape, fried and then drenched in honey. It's traditionally served during Ramadan and for special occasions.
Moroccan Lemon Cake
This light, fine-textured lemon cake gets delicious flavor from lemon zest and fresh lemon juice.
This light, fine-textured lemon cake gets delicious flavor from lemon zest and fresh lemon juice.
Ras El Hanout Recipe
The famous Moroccan spice blend, Ras El Hanout, might include 30 or more ingredients. This recipe is a bit simpler but still exotic and aromatic.
The famous Moroccan spice blend, Ras El Hanout, might include 30 or more ingredients. This recipe is a bit simpler but still exotic and aromatic.
Chicken Bastilla Recipe
Moroccan Chicken Bastilla is famous for its savory blend of tastes and textures. Here's how to make an authentic bastilla.
Moroccan Chicken Bastilla is famous for its savory blend of tastes and textures. Here's how to make an authentic bastilla.
Fish Tagine Mqualli
Fish, potatoes, tomatoes and roasted peppers are layered in this classic Moroccan tagine made with chermoula.
Fish, potatoes, tomatoes and roasted peppers are layered in this classic Moroccan tagine made with chermoula.
Bessara - Fava Bean Dip
Dried fava beans, garlic, lemon juice and olive oil are used to make a tangy Moroccan dip called bessara. Hummus lovers will like this!
Dried fava beans, garlic, lemon juice and olive oil are used to make a tangy Moroccan dip called bessara. Hummus lovers will like this!
Moroccan Mint Tea Recipe
Recipe and instructions for making Moroccan Mint Tea. Green tea is steeped with spearmint leaves to make this classic Moroccan beverage.
Recipe and instructions for making Moroccan Mint Tea. Green tea is steeped with spearmint leaves to make this classic Moroccan beverage.
The Moroccan Tagine
The word "tagine" refers to both a ceramic piece of cookware and the stew-like dish that is prepared within it.
The word "tagine" refers to both a ceramic piece of cookware and the stew-like dish that is prepared within it.
Moroccan Zaalouk Recipe
Moroccan zaalouk is a delicious cooked salad made with eggplant (aubergines), tomatoes, garlic, olive oil and spices. It's usually served as a dip with crusty bread.
Moroccan zaalouk is a delicious cooked salad made with eggplant (aubergines), tomatoes, garlic, olive oil and spices. It's usually served as a dip with crusty bread.
Moroccan Chicken Kebabs
Enjoy these flavorful chicken or turkey breast kebabs at a cook-out, picnic or family meal.
Enjoy these flavorful chicken or turkey breast kebabs at a cook-out, picnic or family meal.
Mrouzia Recipe
This sweet and spicy Moroccan tagine is traditionally prepared with lamb in the days following Eid Al Adha, or Eid Al Kabir. Other meat can also be used.
This sweet and spicy Moroccan tagine is traditionally prepared with lamb in the days following Eid Al Adha, or Eid Al Kabir. Other meat can also be used.
Sweet Potato Salad
This easy Moroccan sweet potato salad is flavored with cinnamon and honey. Raisins are optional.
This easy Moroccan sweet potato salad is flavored with cinnamon and honey. Raisins are optional.
Cold Green Bean Salad
Fresh green beans are tossed in a simple vinaigrette. Minced roasted red peppers add color.
Fresh green beans are tossed in a simple vinaigrette. Minced roasted red peppers add color.
Avocado Milkshake Recipe
This creamy avocado milkshake recipe is quick, easy and nutritious.
This creamy avocado milkshake recipe is quick, easy and nutritious.
Couscous Tfaya
This Moroccan recipe shows how to make authentic Couscous Tfaya with either chicken or lamb. Tfaya refers to a dish prepared with sweet and spicy caramelized onions and raisins. Some versions also include chick peas.
This Moroccan recipe shows how to make authentic Couscous Tfaya with either chicken or lamb. Tfaya refers to a dish prepared with sweet and spicy caramelized onions and raisins. Some versions also include chick peas.
Moroccan Lentils Recipe
Moroccan lentils can be prepared with or without meat. This is the vegetarian version.
Moroccan lentils can be prepared with or without meat. This is the vegetarian version.
Moroccan White Bread
Easy recipe for basic Moroccan white bread (khobz).
Easy recipe for basic Moroccan white bread (khobz).
Homemade Bread Crumbs Recipe
This is a great way to use day old bread. Dry seasoned bread crumbs can be used to bread vegetables, fish, poultry and seafood before frying.
This is a great way to use day old bread. Dry seasoned bread crumbs can be used to bread vegetables, fish, poultry and seafood before frying.
Tagine Makfoul
Beef, lamb or goat is stewed in savory Moroccan spices and then topped with caramelized onions and tomatoes.
Beef, lamb or goat is stewed in savory Moroccan spices and then topped with caramelized onions and tomatoes.
Chicken, Tomatoes & Honey
Cinnamon and honey are surprisingly delicious additions to this Moroccan chicken and tomato tagine.
Cinnamon and honey are surprisingly delicious additions to this Moroccan chicken and tomato tagine.
Moroccan Coconut Macaroons
Ghoribas with Coconut are similar to macaroons. Semolina flour is a perfect complement to the coconut.
Ghoribas with Coconut are similar to macaroons. Semolina flour is a perfect complement to the coconut.
Recipes for Eid Al-Fitr
Eid Al-Fitr – also known as Eid Al-Saghir (the small eid) – concludes a full month of fasting in Ramadan. Any of these recipes might be served in Morocco on this festive day.
Eid Al-Fitr – also known as Eid Al-Saghir (the small eid) – concludes a full month of fasting in Ramadan. Any of these recipes might be served in Morocco on this festive day.
Moroccan Beignets
Even Morocco has a version of sweet, yeast-risen fried dough. Serve these beignets, or doughnuts, at breakfast or tea time.
Even Morocco has a version of sweet, yeast-risen fried dough. Serve these beignets, or doughnuts, at breakfast or tea time.
Chicken Tagine with Potatoes
Moroccan tagines make delicious family meals, yet the presentation is impressive enough for company. Try this basic Chicken Tagine with Potatoes and Carrots.
Moroccan tagines make delicious family meals, yet the presentation is impressive enough for company. Try this basic Chicken Tagine with Potatoes and Carrots.
How to Steam Couscous
If you want to serve authentic Moroccan couscous, steaming is the way to prepare it. Follow the photo tutorial, and see how easy it is to steam couscous.
If you want to serve authentic Moroccan couscous, steaming is the way to prepare it. Follow the photo tutorial, and see how easy it is to steam couscous.
Tagine of Onions and Raisins
This easy tagine recipe combines meat and raisins in a sweet and spicy sauce. Use lamb or beef.
This easy tagine recipe combines meat and raisins in a sweet and spicy sauce. Use lamb or beef.
Sweet & Spicy Eggplant
Fried eggplant is cooked in olive oil, honey, garlic and spices. Sticky, sweet, spicy and delicious.
Fried eggplant is cooked in olive oil, honey, garlic and spices. Sticky, sweet, spicy and delicious.
Moroccan Fava Bean Recipes
Fava beans are delicious and nutritional. Try them in the Moroccan recipes listed below.
Fava beans are delicious and nutritional. Try them in the Moroccan recipes listed below.
Moroccan Meat & Prunes Recipe
Beef or lamb with prunes is a classic Moroccan tagine recipe. This sweet and spicy dish can be prepared in a pot or pressure cooker.
Beef or lamb with prunes is a classic Moroccan tagine recipe. This sweet and spicy dish can be prepared in a pot or pressure cooker.
Recipes with Fried Almonds
Moroccan cuisine makes good use of Morocco's indigenous almonds. These traditional Moroccan recipes all call for fried almonds as either a garnish or ingredient.
Moroccan cuisine makes good use of Morocco's indigenous almonds. These traditional Moroccan recipes all call for fried almonds as either a garnish or ingredient.
Moroccan Saffron Chicken
Savory, saffron-infused Moroccan chicken is easy to prepare, and delicious on a bed of steamed rice. Also serve it in Seffa Medfouna, concealed in a mound of steamed vermicelli or couscous.
Savory, saffron-infused Moroccan chicken is easy to prepare, and delicious on a bed of steamed rice. Also serve it in Seffa Medfouna, concealed in a mound of steamed vermicelli or couscous.
Ghoriba with Toasted Sesame
These Moroccan shortbread cookies with toasted sesame seeds are a family favorite and very easy to make.
These Moroccan shortbread cookies with toasted sesame seeds are a family favorite and very easy to make.
Day Old Bread Recipes
Day old bread or stale bread can be used in a variety of ways. Here are some ideas for using bread that's no longer fresh.
Day old bread or stale bread can be used in a variety of ways. Here are some ideas for using bread that's no longer fresh.
How to Make Kefta Mkaouara
Step-by-step photos showing how to prepare Kefta Mkaouara, a Moroccan meatball tagine with spicy tomato sauce and eggs.
Step-by-step photos showing how to prepare Kefta Mkaouara, a Moroccan meatball tagine with spicy tomato sauce and eggs.
Moroccan Onion Msemen
Msemen are a type of Moroccan pancake made from dough. In this version, the dough is stuffed with an onion filling.
Msemen are a type of Moroccan pancake made from dough. In this version, the dough is stuffed with an onion filling.
Moroccan Almond Macaroons
Rich, chewy almond ghoriba are a Moroccan favorite. Try them and you'll see why.
Rich, chewy almond ghoriba are a Moroccan favorite. Try them and you'll see why.
Moroccan Chicken Rfisa
Also called Rfissa Medhoussa, this classic Moroccan chicken and lentil dish is served atop a bed of shredded msemen or meloui. Rfissa is traditionally served on the third day following the birth of a child or for special occasions, but it can be made any time.
Also called Rfissa Medhoussa, this classic Moroccan chicken and lentil dish is served atop a bed of shredded msemen or meloui. Rfissa is traditionally served on the third day following the birth of a child or for special occasions, but it can be made any time.
How to Make Preserved Lemons
It's easy to make preserved lemons at home. You'll need to let them sit about a month before they're ready to use.
It's easy to make preserved lemons at home. You'll need to let them sit about a month before they're ready to use.
Roasted Moroccan Chicken
Whole chicken is slow-roasted with Moroccan spices and served with a savory onion sauce with preserved lemon and olives. A great do-ahead dish for serving a crowd.
Whole chicken is slow-roasted with Moroccan spices and served with a savory onion sauce with preserved lemon and olives. A great do-ahead dish for serving a crowd.
Kaak d'Essaouira Recipe
This crunchy vegan Moroccan cookie takes its name from the coastal city of Essaouira. The egg free dough is flavored with sesame, anise and orange flower water.
This crunchy vegan Moroccan cookie takes its name from the coastal city of Essaouira. The egg free dough is flavored with sesame, anise and orange flower water.
How to Season a Tagine
Authentic Moroccan tagines should be seasoned before first use. Learn how to use and care for a Moroccan tagine.
Authentic Moroccan tagines should be seasoned before first use. Learn how to use and care for a Moroccan tagine.
Fried Stuffed Sardines
Traditional Moroccan recipe for preparing fried sardine fillets stuffed with chermoula.
Traditional Moroccan recipe for preparing fried sardine fillets stuffed with chermoula.
Moroccan Mint Tea Tradition
Mint tea is a Moroccan tradition. Read about the Moroccan tea ceremony. Links to a recipe for Moroccan Mint Tea.
Mint tea is a Moroccan tradition. Read about the Moroccan tea ceremony. Links to a recipe for Moroccan Mint Tea.
Moroccan Rice with Saffron
An easy recipe for Moroccan Rice pilaf with saffron and Moroccan spices.
An easy recipe for Moroccan Rice pilaf with saffron and Moroccan spices.
Basic Msemen Dough Recipe
Recipe for the dough used to make Moroccan msemen (rghaif). Links to step-by-step photos and instructions for folding and cooking the msmemen.
Recipe for the dough used to make Moroccan msemen (rghaif). Links to step-by-step photos and instructions for folding and cooking the msmemen.
Tomato & Roasted Pepper Salad
Try this classic Moroccan tomato and roasted pepper salad. A tiny bit of garlic and preserved lemon add flavor.
Try this classic Moroccan tomato and roasted pepper salad. A tiny bit of garlic and preserved lemon add flavor.
Carrot Salad with Vinaigrette
This cold carrot salad recipe combines cooked cubed carrots with a vinaigrette and cumin. Tasty and easy to make.
This cold carrot salad recipe combines cooked cubed carrots with a vinaigrette and cumin. Tasty and easy to make.
Beghrir Recipe
Recipe for Beghrir, a tender Moroccan pancake that is eaten with butter and honey.
Recipe for Beghrir, a tender Moroccan pancake that is eaten with butter and honey.
How to Make Harcha
Photos and step-by-step instructions for making harcha (harsha), a Moroccan semolina flatbread commonly served at tea time and breakfast.
Photos and step-by-step instructions for making harcha (harsha), a Moroccan semolina flatbread commonly served at tea time and breakfast.
Orange Flower Water Recipe
Orange Flower Water – also called Orange Blossom Water – is used in Moroccan cooking. Try making your own with this easy Orange Flower Water Recipe. Use the same method to make Rose Petal Water.
Orange Flower Water – also called Orange Blossom Water – is used in Moroccan cooking. Try making your own with this easy Orange Flower Water Recipe. Use the same method to make Rose Petal Water.
Moroccan Food - Recipes
An index of recipes for the Moroccan Food guide site.
An index of recipes for the Moroccan Food guide site.
Moroccan Yogurt Cake Recipe
This Moroccan cake recipe is a fun to make with the kids. Use the empty yogurt cup as your measure.
This Moroccan cake recipe is a fun to make with the kids. Use the empty yogurt cup as your measure.
Meatballs and Saffron Rice
Ground beef (kefta) meatballs are seasoned with Moroccan spices and cooked in a skillet with saffron-flavored rice. An easy one dish meal.
Ground beef (kefta) meatballs are seasoned with Moroccan spices and cooked in a skillet with saffron-flavored rice. An easy one dish meal.
Fava Beans in Tomato Sauce
Fresh fava beans (broad beans or ful) are extra delicious when served in this zesty Moroccan tomato sauce.
Fresh fava beans (broad beans or ful) are extra delicious when served in this zesty Moroccan tomato sauce.
Carrots with Paprika and Cumin
Sliced carrots are boiled then marinated with Moroccan spices, herbs, lemon juice, garlic and olive oil. Serve warm or cold.
Sliced carrots are boiled then marinated with Moroccan spices, herbs, lemon juice, garlic and olive oil. Serve warm or cold.
Fagor Pressure Cooker - Review
Review of the Fagor Rapid Express pressure cooker.
Review of the Fagor Rapid Express pressure cooker.
How to Fillet a Sardine
Gut the sardine by slicing the entire length of its underside.
Gut the sardine by slicing the entire length of its underside.
Kefta Tagine
Recipe for Tagine Kefta Mkaouara – Moroccan meatballs cooked in a spicy tomato sauce. Eggs are an optional but classic addition to this dish.
Recipe for Tagine Kefta Mkaouara – Moroccan meatballs cooked in a spicy tomato sauce. Eggs are an optional but classic addition to this dish.
How to Make Msemen (Rghaif)
Photographs and instructions for how to fold and cook msemen (square-shaped Moroccan pancakes).
Photographs and instructions for how to fold and cook msemen (square-shaped Moroccan pancakes).
Pomegranate Juice Recipe
Delicious natural pomegranate juice is very healthy and easy to make.
Delicious natural pomegranate juice is very healthy and easy to make.
Potato Salad with Vinaigrette
Cut the potatoes into small cubes when making this easy Moroccan Potato Salad.
Cut the potatoes into small cubes when making this easy Moroccan Potato Salad.
Lemon Chicken Tagine
This is the traditional method of preparing Moroccan Chicken with Preserved Lemon and Olives in a clay or ceramic tagine.
This is the traditional method of preparing Moroccan Chicken with Preserved Lemon and Olives in a clay or ceramic tagine.
Moroccan Fekkas Recipe
Recipe and instructions for making the traditional Moroccan cookie called fekkas with almonds, sesame and raisins.
Recipe and instructions for making the traditional Moroccan cookie called fekkas with almonds, sesame and raisins.
Moroccan Rice Pudding Recipe
Recipe for creamy Moroccan rice pudding. Cinnamon and orange flower water add classic Moroccan flavor.
Recipe for creamy Moroccan rice pudding. Cinnamon and orange flower water add classic Moroccan flavor.
Batbout Recipe
Batbout is a soft Moroccan bread that is cooked stove-top. Like Middle Eastern pita bread, it has a pocket that can be stuffed with sandwich fillings.
Batbout is a soft Moroccan bread that is cooked stove-top. Like Middle Eastern pita bread, it has a pocket that can be stuffed with sandwich fillings.
Harcha (Harsha) Recipe
Harcha (also spelled harsha) is a Moroccan pan-fried flatbread made from semolina, butter and milk. It's similar in appearance to an English muffin, but more like cornbread in texture.
Harcha (also spelled harsha) is a Moroccan pan-fried flatbread made from semolina, butter and milk. It's similar in appearance to an English muffin, but more like cornbread in texture.
Kefta Msemen (Rghaif)
Msemen is a layered Moroccan pan-fried dough. In this version, the dough is stuffed with seasoned kefta, or ground beef, filling.
Msemen is a layered Moroccan pan-fried dough. In this version, the dough is stuffed with seasoned kefta, or ground beef, filling.
Moroccan Kefta Recipes
A list of Moroccan recipes with kefta (ground beef and/or ground lamb).
A list of Moroccan recipes with kefta (ground beef and/or ground lamb).
Amlou Recipe
Amlou is a delicious Moroccan dip made from toasted almonds, argan oil and honey. It's very easy to make, and usually served for breakfast or tea time.
Amlou is a delicious Moroccan dip made from toasted almonds, argan oil and honey. It's very easy to make, and usually served for breakfast or tea time.
Chicken with Peas and Potatoes
An easy Moroccan chicken recipe to slow-cook in an authentic clay or ceramic tagine. If using a conventional pot, watch your liguids carefully while cooking.
An easy Moroccan chicken recipe to slow-cook in an authentic clay or ceramic tagine. If using a conventional pot, watch your liguids carefully while cooking.
Moroccan Ramadan Recipes
Looking for ideas of what to serve at a traditional Moroccan iftar? The recipes here are popular choices for breaking the fast during the month of Ramadan.
Looking for ideas of what to serve at a traditional Moroccan iftar? The recipes here are popular choices for breaking the fast during the month of Ramadan.
Candied Peanuts Recipe
Candied peanuts are a popular Moroccan snack and very easy to make.
Candied peanuts are a popular Moroccan snack and very easy to make.
Meatballs in Butter Sauce
Recipe for preparing seasoned Moroccan meatballs in tangy butter sauce. Use ground beef, ground lamb or ground turkey.
Recipe for preparing seasoned Moroccan meatballs in tangy butter sauce. Use ground beef, ground lamb or ground turkey.
Chicken with Lemon & Olives
Chicken with Preserved Lemons and Olives is a classic Moroccan dish, popular as both a family meal and company dinner. This recipe is for conventional stove top preparation.
Chicken with Preserved Lemons and Olives is a classic Moroccan dish, popular as both a family meal and company dinner. This recipe is for conventional stove top preparation.
Lamb Tagine with Olives
An easy Moroccan recipe for slow-cooking in a traditional tagine. Beef or goat may be substituted for the lamb.
An easy Moroccan recipe for slow-cooking in a traditional tagine. Beef or goat may be substituted for the lamb.
Moroccan Fried Whiting
Whiting is very popular in Morocco and especially delicious fried. Select smaller fish for the best flavor.
Whiting is very popular in Morocco and especially delicious fried. Select smaller fish for the best flavor.
Green Bean Saute Recipe
This easy side dish uses fresh green beans, or string beans. The beans are seasoned with garlic, cumin and a pinch of cayenne.
This easy side dish uses fresh green beans, or string beans. The beans are seasoned with garlic, cumin and a pinch of cayenne.
Moroccan Carrot & Orange Salad
This delicious Moroccan salad recipe blends fresh oranges, grated carrots and orange flower water. Serve it as a starter, side dish or as a refreshing follow-up to a main course.
This delicious Moroccan salad recipe blends fresh oranges, grated carrots and orange flower water. Serve it as a starter, side dish or as a refreshing follow-up to a main course.
Sliced Oranges with Cinnamon
Sliced oranges with cinnamon, sugar and orange flower water are a classic Moroccan dessert.
Sliced oranges with cinnamon, sugar and orange flower water are a classic Moroccan dessert.
Lamb Tagine with Dates
A sweet, spicy tagine topped with dates in a cinnamon and honey syrup.
A sweet, spicy tagine topped with dates in a cinnamon and honey syrup.
How to Make Batbout
Batbout is a Moroccan pita-like bread that is cooked on the stove. Here are photos and instructions showing how to make it.
Batbout is a Moroccan pita-like bread that is cooked on the stove. Here are photos and instructions showing how to make it.
Moroccan Sellou Recipe
Sellou is a unique Moroccan sweet made from sesames, almonds and flour that has been browned in the oven. It is traditionally served in Ramadan and at special occasions.
Sellou is a unique Moroccan sweet made from sesames, almonds and flour that has been browned in the oven. It is traditionally served in Ramadan and at special occasions.
Moroccan Eggplant Salad
Eggplants are cooked with olive oil, garlic and spices until tender enough to mash. Tangy and spicy.
Eggplants are cooked with olive oil, garlic and spices until tender enough to mash. Tangy and spicy.
How to Remove Cooking Odors
Even a fantastic meal can leave unpleasant smells throughout your home. Try these simple methods for eliminating cooking odors, or leave your own tips for other readers.
Even a fantastic meal can leave unpleasant smells throughout your home. Try these simple methods for eliminating cooking odors, or leave your own tips for other readers.
Moroccan Semolina Bread
Moroccan Semolina bread – khobz dyal smida – is easy to make. It's perfect for sandwiches, breakfast, tea time or serving with tagines.
Moroccan Semolina bread – khobz dyal smida – is easy to make. It's perfect for sandwiches, breakfast, tea time or serving with tagines.
Wheat Bread Recipe
Adjust the amount of whole wheat flour to your personal preference when making Moroccan wheat bread (khobz dyal zraa').
Adjust the amount of whole wheat flour to your personal preference when making Moroccan wheat bread (khobz dyal zraa').
Moroccan White Beans
Make these white beans as spicy as you like. Tomatoes, olive oil and Moroccan spices blend together to form a tasty, zesty sauce for this vegetarian dish.
Make these white beans as spicy as you like. Tomatoes, olive oil and Moroccan spices blend together to form a tasty, zesty sauce for this vegetarian dish.
Eid Al-Fitr in Morocco
The Islamic holiday Eid Al-Fitr marks the completion of Ramadan, a month of fasting and other acts of worship.
The Islamic holiday Eid Al-Fitr marks the completion of Ramadan, a month of fasting and other acts of worship.
Moroccan Bechkito Recipe
Moroccan bechkito are crisp, cut-out cookies. Stars, hearts and crescent moons are popular shapes.
Moroccan bechkito are crisp, cut-out cookies. Stars, hearts and crescent moons are popular shapes.
Moroccan Grilled Lamb Chops
Easy, delicious recipe for Moroccan Grilled Lamb Chops with Moroccan spices, garlic and herbs. Allow the meat to marinate overnight for tender, flavorful results.
Easy, delicious recipe for Moroccan Grilled Lamb Chops with Moroccan spices, garlic and herbs. Allow the meat to marinate overnight for tender, flavorful results.
How to Make Chebakia
Photo tutorial showing the traditional preparation of Halwa Chebakia (shebakia), a popular Moroccan sesame and honey cookie.
Photo tutorial showing the traditional preparation of Halwa Chebakia (shebakia), a popular Moroccan sesame and honey cookie.
Moroccan Meloui Recipe
Meloui are round Moroccan pancakes (rghaif) that are shaped by rolling a strip of dough up like a rug, and then flattening the upright coil into a circle. They can be eaten plain or with syrup made from butter and honey.
Meloui are round Moroccan pancakes (rghaif) that are shaped by rolling a strip of dough up like a rug, and then flattening the upright coil into a circle. They can be eaten plain or with syrup made from butter and honey.
Moroccan Potato Cakes
Moroccan potato cakes are seasoned with cumin, onions, garlic, and cilantro. Serve these potato fritters as a side, appetizer or as a sandwich filler with eggs.
Moroccan potato cakes are seasoned with cumin, onions, garlic, and cilantro. Serve these potato fritters as a side, appetizer or as a sandwich filler with eggs.
Moroccan Rice and Tuna Salad
Vary this Moroccan rice and tuna salad by adding your own choice of vegetables for color and texture.
Vary this Moroccan rice and tuna salad by adding your own choice of vegetables for color and texture.
Glossary of Spices
This is a complete list and description of all the different spices you're likely to encounter while making Moroccan foods.
This is a complete list and description of all the different spices you're likely to encounter while making Moroccan foods.
How to Roast and Skin Peppers
Some Moroccan recipes require skinned peppers. Here are easy instructions and photos which show how to roast and skin peppers.
Some Moroccan recipes require skinned peppers. Here are easy instructions and photos which show how to roast and skin peppers.
How to Make Chicken Bastilla
Making authentic Moroccan Chicken Bastilla is easier than you think. The Bastilla Recipe and step-by-step photos will show how to assemble, bake and decorate Morocco's famous chicken pie.
Making authentic Moroccan Chicken Bastilla is easier than you think. The Bastilla Recipe and step-by-step photos will show how to assemble, bake and decorate Morocco's famous chicken pie.
Moroccan Taktouka Recipe
Moroccan cuisine includes some delicious cooked salads which are eaten as dips. This zesty tomato and green pepper salad is known as taktouka in some parts of Morocco.
Moroccan cuisine includes some delicious cooked salads which are eaten as dips. This zesty tomato and green pepper salad is known as taktouka in some parts of Morocco.
Moroccan Kefta Briouat Recipe
Moroccan briouats are small, crispy pastries which are stuffed with a variety of fillings. This recipe uses ground meat(kefta, kofta or kufta) seasoned with paprika, cumin and fresh parsley.
Moroccan briouats are small, crispy pastries which are stuffed with a variety of fillings. This recipe uses ground meat(kefta, kofta or kufta) seasoned with paprika, cumin and fresh parsley.
Spicy Deep-Fried Potatoes
Spicy, tasty and easy to make. Serve Deep Fried Cubed Potatoes with Moroccan Spices as a side to tagines, eggs, grilled meats, or sandwiches.
Spicy, tasty and easy to make. Serve Deep Fried Cubed Potatoes with Moroccan Spices as a side to tagines, eggs, grilled meats, or sandwiches.
Chicken and Fennel Tagine
Use a traditional tagine or pot when preparing this Moroccan chicken and fennel recipe.
Use a traditional tagine or pot when preparing this Moroccan chicken and fennel recipe.
Seffa Medfouna Recipe
Savory saffron chicken, lamb or beef is hidden within a dome of steamed couscous or broken vermicelli (chaariya). Ground fried almonds, cinnamon and powdered sugar garnish this delicious Moroccan dish.
Savory saffron chicken, lamb or beef is hidden within a dome of steamed couscous or broken vermicelli (chaariya). Ground fried almonds, cinnamon and powdered sugar garnish this delicious Moroccan dish.
Belgian Style French Fries
Moroccans serve French fries, or patate frite, with meat, fish, chicken and sandwiches. Here's how to make them twice-fried Belgian style.
Moroccans serve French fries, or patate frite, with meat, fish, chicken and sandwiches. Here's how to make them twice-fried Belgian style.
Roasted Almonds with Salt
Salted, freshly roasted almonds are a popular snack food in Morocco. Here's how to make them.
Salted, freshly roasted almonds are a popular snack food in Morocco. Here's how to make them.
Moroccan Chicken Briouats
Moroccan briouats are small, crispy pastries which are stuffed with a variety of fillings. This version features a savory filling made from chicken cooked with saffron, ginger and cinnamon.
Moroccan briouats are small, crispy pastries which are stuffed with a variety of fillings. This version features a savory filling made from chicken cooked with saffron, ginger and cinnamon.
Apple and Banana Milkshake
Fruit milkshakes are very popular in Morocco. Try this quick and easy apple and banana shake recipe for a light and nutritious snack.
Fruit milkshakes are very popular in Morocco. Try this quick and easy apple and banana shake recipe for a light and nutritious snack.
Green Bean & New Potato Saute
Moroccan style String Bean and New Potato is a simple yet elegant side dish. Flavored with garlic, olive oil and cumin.
Moroccan style String Bean and New Potato is a simple yet elegant side dish. Flavored with garlic, olive oil and cumin.
Lamb or Beef Kebabs
Tender cuts of lamb or beef should be used in this traditional Moroccan kebab (brochette) recipe.
Tender cuts of lamb or beef should be used in this traditional Moroccan kebab (brochette) recipe.
Orange Flower Water Recipes
Orange flower water is used extensively in Moroccan cooking. These recipes on the Moroccan Food site all include the fragrant water in their list of ingredients.
Orange flower water is used extensively in Moroccan cooking. These recipes on the Moroccan Food site all include the fragrant water in their list of ingredients.
Islamic Holidays in Morocco
There are two Islamic holidays: Eid Al-Fitr and Eid Al-Adha. Many Moroccans following an Eid tradition of buying new clothes for children, preparing sweets and special meals, and paying visits to family.
There are two Islamic holidays: Eid Al-Fitr and Eid Al-Adha. Many Moroccans following an Eid tradition of buying new clothes for children, preparing sweets and special meals, and paying visits to family.
Spicy Kefta Briouats
Traditional kefta (ground meat) briouats (Moroccan fried pastries) get spicier with garlic, chili powder and jalapeno peppers.
Traditional kefta (ground meat) briouats (Moroccan fried pastries) get spicier with garlic, chili powder and jalapeno peppers.
Moroccan Krachel Recipe
Krachel are Moroccan sweet rolls traditionally made with anise seeds, sesame seeds and orange flower water. Here's how to make them.
Krachel are Moroccan sweet rolls traditionally made with anise seeds, sesame seeds and orange flower water. Here's how to make them.
How to Fold and Make Meloui
Photos and instructions showing how to fold and cook meloui (round Moroccan rghaif or pancakes).
Photos and instructions showing how to fold and cook meloui (round Moroccan rghaif or pancakes).
Moroccan Fried Fish Spice
This Moroccan spice mixture adds delicious, subtle flavor to fried fish.
This Moroccan spice mixture adds delicious, subtle flavor to fried fish.
Moroccan Zucchini Salad
Zucchini is diced and then simmered with Moroccan spices. Although delicious as a dip with Moroccan bread, it can also be eaten with a fork.
Zucchini is diced and then simmered with Moroccan spices. Although delicious as a dip with Moroccan bread, it can also be eaten with a fork.
How to Make Kaak d'Essaouira
Photo tutorial showing how to make the crunchy, wreath-shaped Moroccan cookie called Kaak d'Essaouira.
Photo tutorial showing how to make the crunchy, wreath-shaped Moroccan cookie called Kaak d'Essaouira.
Fava Beans with Salt and Cumin
An easy Moroccan side dish. Fava beans (ful) are boiled and served with salt and cumin. Surprisingly delicious!
An easy Moroccan side dish. Fava beans (ful) are boiled and served with salt and cumin. Surprisingly delicious!
LambTagine with Peas & Fennel
Peas and fennel (bisbas in Arabic) perfectly complement each other in this classic Moroccan tagine seasoned with ginger and saffron. Beef or goat may be substituted for the lamb.
Peas and fennel (bisbas in Arabic) perfectly complement each other in this classic Moroccan tagine seasoned with ginger and saffron. Beef or goat may be substituted for the lamb.
How to Peel and Fry Almonds
Sometimes raw almonds with the skin are used in Moroccan recipes, but more often the almonds must be blanched, peeled and perhaps fried. Here's how to do that.
Sometimes raw almonds with the skin are used in Moroccan recipes, but more often the almonds must be blanched, peeled and perhaps fried. Here's how to do that.
How to Make Chili Oil
Although Asian, hot pepper oil or chili oil can be used in Moroccan cooking. Make your own chili oil with this easy hot infusion method.
Although Asian, hot pepper oil or chili oil can be used in Moroccan cooking. Make your own chili oil with this easy hot infusion method.
Tagine with Quinces & Honey
Like other fruit tagines, Moroccan Tagine of Meat and Quinces features a savory combo of spicy and sweet.
Like other fruit tagines, Moroccan Tagine of Meat and Quinces features a savory combo of spicy and sweet.
Moroccan Seafood Bastilla
Seafood Bastilla is Moroccan seafood pie. Swordfish, shrimp and calamari are each cooked separately, then mixed with rice vermicelli, black mushrooms and a spicy tomato sauce. The delicious filling is enclosed in paper-thin pastry and then baked.
Seafood Bastilla is Moroccan seafood pie. Swordfish, shrimp and calamari are each cooked separately, then mixed with rice vermicelli, black mushrooms and a spicy tomato sauce. The delicious filling is enclosed in paper-thin pastry and then baked.
How to Make Stuffed Msemen
Photos and instructions showing how to fill and fold stuffed Moroccan pancakes (msemen or rghaif).
Photos and instructions showing how to fill and fold stuffed Moroccan pancakes (msemen or rghaif).
Cheese Briouats
Cream cheese makes a simple and delicious filling for these fried Moroccan pastries.
Cream cheese makes a simple and delicious filling for these fried Moroccan pastries.
Moroccan Baked Sardines
Moroccan Baked Sardines is a quick, easy way to prepare whole fresh sardines.
Moroccan Baked Sardines is a quick, easy way to prepare whole fresh sardines.
Sfenj - Moroccan Doughnuts
Sfenj are Moroccan doughnuts or fritters made by frying plain, unsweetened yeast dough. Eat them plain or dusted with sugar.
Sfenj are Moroccan doughnuts or fritters made by frying plain, unsweetened yeast dough. Eat them plain or dusted with sugar.
Moroccan Spicy Fekkas Recipe
This Moroccan recipe takes its name from a crunchy cookie called fekkas. Made with spices, cheese, and a dash of hot sauce, it's actually more like a cracker.
This Moroccan recipe takes its name from a crunchy cookie called fekkas. Made with spices, cheese, and a dash of hot sauce, it's actually more like a cracker.
More Moroccan Proverbs
A collection of wise and witty sayings used in Morocco.
A collection of wise and witty sayings used in Morocco.
How to Clean Cardoon
Cardoon (khorshuf or khorchouf in Arabic) needs to be pared and cleaned before it's cooked. Here's how to do it.
Cardoon (khorshuf or khorchouf in Arabic) needs to be pared and cleaned before it's cooked. Here's how to do it.
How to Prepare Slaouia
Slaouia – also known as bottle gourd, calabash, cucuzza, dudhi and white gourd – is used in Moroccan cooking. Here's how to clean and prep bottle gourd for use in Moroccan recipes.
Slaouia – also known as bottle gourd, calabash, cucuzza, dudhi and white gourd – is used in Moroccan cooking. Here's how to clean and prep bottle gourd for use in Moroccan recipes.
Seafood Briouat Recipe
Moroccan briouats are small, crispy pastries which are stuffed with a variety of fillings. This recipe uses fresh shrimp, rice vermicelli and a spicy sauce.
Moroccan briouats are small, crispy pastries which are stuffed with a variety of fillings. This recipe uses fresh shrimp, rice vermicelli and a spicy sauce.
Roasted Pepper Salad
In this Moroccan salad recipe, roasted peppers are sautéed in olive oil, lemon juice, and spices. A delicious accompaniment to tagine or other Moroccan main dish.
In this Moroccan salad recipe, roasted peppers are sautéed in olive oil, lemon juice, and spices. A delicious accompaniment to tagine or other Moroccan main dish.
Moroccan Stewed Tripe
This Moroccan recipe makes use of the stomach, spleen, lungs and intestines. It is commonly prepared after the hand-slaughter of a sheep or goat, particularly at the time of [link url=/od/ramadanspecialoccasions/a/Eid_Al_Adha.htm]Eid Al-Adha[/link], also known as Eid Al-Kabir.
This Moroccan recipe makes use of the stomach, spleen, lungs and intestines. It is commonly prepared after the hand-slaughter of a sheep or goat, particularly at the time of [link url=/od/ramadanspecialoccasions/a/Eid_Al_Adha.htm]Eid Al-Adha[/link], also known as Eid Al-Kabir.
Moroccan Food Proverbs
Proverbs are used frequently in Morocco. Here's a list of Moroccan proverbs that deal with food, eating and cooking.
Proverbs are used frequently in Morocco. Here's a list of Moroccan proverbs that deal with food, eating and cooking.