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Moroccan cuisine is a true festival of flavors, aromas and colors. Rich in history and traditions, it reflects the many cultural influences that have marked Morocco over the centuries. Moroccan cuisine is a harmonious marriage between spices, fresh herbs, dried fruits, and a wide variety of vegetables and meats. Here is a brief introduction to this fascinating cuisine.
Mint tea is undoubtedly the most emblematic drink of Morocco. Prepared with green tea, fresh mint and lots of sugar, it is often served as a sign of welcome.
The tagine is both the name of the earthenware cooking dish and the dish prepared there. It is a slowly simmered stew.
This sweet and savory tagine is another great Moroccan classic. Lamb meat is simmered with prunes, almonds, honey and spices such as cinnamon and ginger, creating a rich and flavorful dish.
Zaâlouk is a traditional Moroccan dish made from eggplant and tomatoes. This is a cooked salad that can be served hot or cold as a starter or side dish. It is a popular dish for its simplicity, rich flavor and health benefits, given that it is mainly made of vegetables.
Moroccan briouates are small stuffed pastries, often served as a starter or appetizer. They can be sweet or savory, and their filling can vary from ground meat, chicken, vegetables, cheese or even almonds for the sweet version. They are wrapped in sheets of brick or pastilla, then fried or baked until crispy.
Pastilla is an elaborate dish often prepared for special occasions. It is a sweet and savory pie made from brick sheets, filled with chicken, almonds and spices, and sprinkled with icing sugar and cinnamon.
Mechoui is a traditional festive dish, often served on special occasions such as weddings or religious celebrations. This is slow-roasted lamb, usually whole, marinated with spices and cooked to perfection for tender, flavorful meat.
Gazelle horns (or kaab el ghazal) are delicate and refined Moroccan pastries, often served on special occasions and celebrations. They are made from almond paste flavored with orange blossom water, coated with a thin paste, then lightly baked in the oven. Here is a recipe to prepare these delicious cookies.
Chebakia is a traditional Moroccan pastry, often prepared during the month of Ramadan. It is made from dough flavored with spices and orange blossom water, formed into flowers, fried, then dipped in honey and sprinkled with sesame seeds.
