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a helpful guide to the
cuisine of Morocco
for diners and travelers
by an established authority
Why Moroccan Cuisine
is special
No other cuisine surpasses Morocco's subtle use of multi spice blends.
Insights on
Morocco Cuisine
 Because most Moroccans are Moslems, pork and alcohol
are traditionally avoided.
Moroccan
Cuisine is noted for its
frequent combination of meat and fruit.
In
Moroccan recipes, "meat"
could mean lamb, mutton, beef, fish, chicken or even camel.
Moroccans enjoy sweet cakes and
pastries, often made with nuts and honey.
Tunisia (especially) and Algeria
have similar cuisines, but each has its own unique dishes and cooking styles.
Famous specialties
of Morocco
Couscous - It's
the most internationally known Moroccan (and Magreb) preparation. Simply described, couscous is small pellet
sized "pasta" made from semolina flour. Couscous is plated under (or as a side to) a main dish.
  
Bisteeya - Thin rectangular
sheets of pastry are layered with cooked pigeon meat, chopped almonds, egg sauce, cinnamon, and sugar. The
sheets are then shaped into a disc and pan-fried until flaky and golden brown.
Tagine - A stew steamed in a
low, covered earthenware casserole of the same name.
Harira - A hearty
soup. Chunks of lamb are slowly simmered in a seasoned broth, then thickened with eggs. Harira is the
traditional food for breaking the Moslem Ramadan fast each night.
Harissa (aka Hrisa) - Hot
pepper sauce, served on the side in a bowl. Standard accompaniment to many dishes, including Tagines and
Harira preparations.
Moroccan tea - Very sweet tea
brewed with mint leaves. Often served with pastries and dinners.
Best city for gourmets
Casablanca is the top all around Moroccan Cuisine city. Criteria include cooking, food markets, cooking
ingredients, cooking schools, beverages, dining and restaurants. Fez, Marrakech and Rabat are runners-up.
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