Moroccan Cuisine


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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