TraditionalMoroccan Dishes

Discover centuries-old recipes that have been passed down through generations, each dish telling a story of Morocco's rich culinary heritage and diverse regional traditions.

🍲8 Authentic Recipes
4.7 Average Rating
👨‍🍳Expert-Tested

The Art of Moroccan Cooking

Moroccan cuisine is a fascinating blend of Berber, Arabic, Andalusian, and Mediterranean influences, perfected over centuries to create some of the world's most aromatic and flavorful dishes.

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Aromatic Spices

The magic of Moroccan cuisine lies in complex spice blends like ras el hanout, combining up to 30 different spices to create layers of flavor.

Slow Cooking

Traditional tagine cooking uses low heat and long cooking times to develop deep flavors and create incredibly tender, melt-in-your-mouth results.

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Community Dining

Moroccan meals are communal experiences, bringing families together around shared dishes, fostering connection and hospitality.

Featured Dishes

Our most celebrated recipes, perfect for special occasions and discovering authentic Moroccan flavors. Each dish has been carefully selected for its cultural significance and exceptional taste.

Chicken Tagine with Preserved Lemons
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Intermediate

Chicken Tagine with Preserved Lemons

A signature Moroccan dish featuring tender chicken slow-cooked with preserved lemons, green olives, and aromatic spices in a traditional clay tagine pot. This iconic recipe represents the heart of Moroccan home cooking.

⏱️ 2h 30min👥 6📍 Fez
Royal Couscous with Seven Vegetables
4.9
Advanced

Royal Couscous with Seven Vegetables

The crown jewel of Moroccan cuisine - fluffy steamed couscous served with tender lamb and a medley of seven seasonal vegetables in a rich, aromatic broth. A Friday tradition in Moroccan households.

⏱️ 3h 45min👥 8📍 Casablanca
Pastilla aux Pigeons
4.7
Advanced

Pastilla aux Pigeons

An exquisite sweet and savory pastry masterpiece, traditionally made with pigeon meat, almonds, and eggs, wrapped in delicate warqa pastry. A celebration dish that showcases Morocco's culinary sophistication.

⏱️ 5h👥 8📍 Fez
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Royal Couscous with Seven Vegetables
4.9(203)
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Advanced
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Royal Couscous with Seven Vegetables

Main Course

The crown jewel of Moroccan cuisine - fluffy steamed couscous served with tender lamb and a medley of seven seasonal vegetables in a rich, aromatic broth. A Friday tradition in Moroccan households.

⏱️Total: 3h 45min
👥Serves 8
📍Casablanca
🔥520 cal
Chicken Tagine with Preserved Lemons
4.8(127)
Featured
Intermediate
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Chicken Tagine with Preserved Lemons

Main Course

A signature Moroccan dish featuring tender chicken slow-cooked with preserved lemons, green olives, and aromatic spices in a traditional clay tagine pot. This iconic recipe represents the heart of Moroccan home cooking.

⏱️Total: 2h 30min
👥Serves 6
📍Fez
🔥385 cal
Harira Soup
4.8(234)
Beginner
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Harira Soup

Soup

Morocco's beloved traditional soup with lentils, chickpeas, tomatoes, and aromatic herbs. Perfect for breaking the Ramadan fast, this hearty soup is nutritious, comforting, and deeply satisfying.

⏱️Total: 1h
👥Serves 6
📍All Regions
🔥220 cal
Pastilla aux Pigeons
4.7(89)
Featured
Advanced
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Pastilla aux Pigeons

Special Occasion

An exquisite sweet and savory pastry masterpiece, traditionally made with pigeon meat, almonds, and eggs, wrapped in delicate warqa pastry. A celebration dish that showcases Morocco's culinary sophistication.

⏱️Total: 5h
👥Serves 8
📍Fez
🔥420 cal
Chermoula Grilled Fish
4.6(156)
Beginner
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Chermoula Grilled Fish

Main Course

Fresh Atlantic fish marinated in traditional chermoula sauce - a vibrant blend of herbs, spices, and lemon. This coastal specialty showcases Morocco's Mediterranean heritage and love for fresh seafood.

⏱️Total: 45min
👥Serves 4
📍Essaouira
🔥280 cal
Kefta Tagine with Eggs
4.6(178)
Beginner
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Kefta Tagine with Eggs

Main Course

Spiced ground beef meatballs simmered in rich tomato sauce, topped with perfectly cooked eggs. A comfort food classic that's quick to prepare and always satisfying.

⏱️Total: 1h 20min
👥Serves 4
📍Rabat
🔥380 cal
Lamb Mechoui
4.5(98)
Intermediate
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Lamb Mechoui

Main Course

Slow-roasted lamb shoulder seasoned with traditional Berber spices, cooked until tender and falling off the bone. A centerpiece dish for celebrations and gatherings.

⏱️Total: 5h 20min
👥Serves 10
📍Marrakech
🔥450 cal
Vegetarian Tagine with Apricots
4.4(142)
Beginner
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Vegetarian Tagine with Apricots

Main Course

A delightful plant-based tagine combining seasonal vegetables with dried apricots, creating a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors. Healthy, colorful, and aromatic.

⏱️Total: 1h 55min
👥Serves 4
📍Meknes
🔥320 cal