When thinking about what to serve with Moroccan tagines, the side dishes often include a variety of Moroccan salads. It can be a single salad or it can be half a dozen! The first thing I want to point out is that couscous is not a side dish to the tagine. Sure, if you want to you can serve it any way you like. But many people assume and use couscous the same way as you might use rice as a side dish to a curry. That’s not how it’s served. You’ve got your eye on a great Moroccan tajine recipe but you’re stumped wondering what to serve alongside the main dish. The good news is there is no hard an ..read more

Are you searching for a warm, wholesome, and exotic culinary adventure? Have you ever dreamed of bringing the vibrant flavors of Moroccan cuisine to your kitchen? Well, the journey begins here with an enticing delicacy, a recipes for lamb tagine! Lamb tagine is an authentic Moroccan tagine recipe that melds rich, deep flavors and the juiciness of slow-cooked meat. Named after the traditional pot it’s cooked in, a “tagine,” this dish has a characteristic blend of sweet and savory that offers a pleasant surprise to your palate. But don’t be deceived by its exotic charm. You can recreate these re ..read more

Have you ever noticed that almost every bread-like item in Morocco, especially in Moroccan recipes, is coated in butter and honey? This recipe is no different. I love harsha and could eat it every day with or without the honey butter. I don’t make it very often because I end up eating all of it. This could easily become a dessert drizzled in a good chocolate ganache with berries, or a wedge served with brunch. What is Harsha? Harsha, derived from the term “rough bread,” owes its name to the coarse texture by the semolina coating, creating a crispy exterior. Despite its rugged appearance, Harch ..read more

Moroccan food is known for the complex blending of spices, slow-cooked home-cooked meals, and generous portions. But that doesn’t mean you have to have loads of extra time to make a delicious Moroccan meal. These 10 easy Moroccan recipes are a great addition to your weeknight round-up! Moroccan food recipes don’t have to be as complex to make as they may seem. Beef and Snap Pea Tagine with Sweet Onions and Apricot Mrouzia This dish is complex in flavor but is very easy to put together and can be one of your perfect Moroccan dinner recipes. Don’t be thrown off by the combination of fruit, vege ..read more

Oranges and Morocco go hand in hand. One of the easiest and most surprising desserts to make for Eid is a simple orange with cinnamon plate. However, me being me I require my desserts to have a little more cake quality to them. My childhood took place far from the flavors of Morocco; in the Midwest of the US. The coffee cake was an ubiquitous part of life. Simple cakes like this were regularly on the table when my mom had friends that came to visit or when we went to my grandma’s house. When I moved to Morocco this pattern continued through the afternoon coffee/tea time where there is always s ..read more

Let’s dive into the world of Moroccan street food, where the streets come alive with the sizzle of grills, aromatic spices, and vendors calling out to hungry passersby. This post explores Moroccan street food, its cultural significance, and its appeal to both locals and visitors. This has a special place in my heart because my husband and I run a food tour business in Marrakech and Essaouira. It has always been something we have wanted to share with people who feel intimidated by navigating Morocco’s street food scene. So, that’s how the idea for Moroccan Food Adventures was born!  If yo ..read more

When we lived in rural Wisconsin the local Muslim community would have a monthly community potluck. This harissa chicken recipe was born out of desperation one night when I really wasn’t sure what to make! If you’re not familiar, harissa is a pepper paste that is found in most of North Africa. Because we were a small community there isn’t one ethnic group that is in the majority which made the potluck even more fun because there is food from all over the world. There were people from Pakistan, Egypt, Turkey, Bulgaria, Morocco, Guinea, Algeria, Libya, and even more places. The food represented ..read more

Harissa is one of the best ways to flavor meals and dishes. The smoky flavoring paired with the warm spices is a treat for all types of people.  Kids and adults can agree that adding harissa to meals and recipes is a simple and easy way to kick up the flavor! The great thing about using harissa is that it’s easy to make spicy or to leave mild – which means that you have great options to add to various recipes.  If you’re looking for some information about harissa, you’re in the right place. Here are some great tips, usage suggestions, and harissa recipes that must be tried. Top Quest ..read more

This Moroccan Beet Salad with Orange and Pomegranate is a delicious healthy meal. Made with tender beets and orange zest, the flavor of this beet salad recipe is one of the best.  This pomegranate and beet salad is the perfect addition to any meal and will be the dinner star. Not only does it look beautiful, but the multitude of flavors can’t be topped.  The bright colors of this side dish draw the eyes, and the flavor draws in the craving. Toss this with toasted sesame seeds and walnuts for an extra added crunch. This is a fantastic Moroccan salad to add to your table.  Morocca ..read more

When we started our food tour business one of the items that we knew had to be included was sfinge doughnuts. They are a staple street food loved by Moroccans of all ages but they generally don’t grace restaurant menus so few visitors try them. I’m calling these a Moroccan dessert but they’re never served after a meal, they’re more like a breakfast treat or an afternoon snack. These tasty, delicious doughnuts are sometimes made at home but are often bought from street vendors. Fried dough must be a staple in every culture but just thinking about these doughnuts makes my mouth water. I make the ..read more