We just have to say, Marrakesh is a Paradise for food lovers! You find a wide range of flavors that will explode your culinary mind. We made a list of all the best Moroccan food you need to try, during your visit to Marrakesh.
1. Tagine
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Tagine, a popular dish that cannot be missed. This slow-cooked stew is filled with tender meats, aromatic spices and preserved lemons, all simmered together. The depth and complexity of this dish will just warm your heart.
Make sure to check TripAdvisor, so you find to the best places to eat tagines. We like Dar Chef, Casa Lalla Restaurant, Café Restaurant Dar L’hssira or Cuisine De Terroir.
2. Harira
As you walk the streets of Marrakesh, be sure to try Harira a hearty soup that warms your soul. This traditional Moroccan soup combines chickpeas, lentils, tomatoes, and succulent chunks of lamb, seasoned with a fragrant blend of spices. The vegetarian option is also great!
3. Briwat
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Briwat perfectly crispy appetizer that can be complementing a main course. Crispy on the outside, filled with a savory mixture of meat, herbs, and spices, creating a flavorful explosion with every bite.
4. Khobz
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No Moroccan meal is complete without Khobz, a round, fluffy bread with a golden crust. Tear off a piece of this freshly baked goodness and pair it with a variety of Moroccan dishes for the ultimate gastronomic experience.
5. Meloui
Meloui is the perfect sweet treat to kickstart your day as breakfast or enjoy as an afternoon tea time snack. It is a Moroccan pancake that is light and airy on the inside, great with Honey of Jam.
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6. Bastilla
Bastilla, a true culinary masterpiece, combines the best of both savory and sweet flavors. Layers of thin, flaky pastry envelop a succulent mixture of spiced meat, nuts, and a touch of powdered sugar. This unique blend will tantalize your taste buds.
7. Rfissa
Let’s not forget Rfissa. Tender chicken, aromatic spices, and lentils are served on a bed of shredded pastry infused with saffron, creating a flavorful masterpiece.
8. Baklava
For every sweet tooth! Great with a glass mint Tea, some sweet Baklava. There a different options like walnuts or pistacio but basically it is always Flaky Filo with Honey serup and Nuts.
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9. Chebakia
These delicate flower-shaped cookies are made from a blend of honey, rose water, sesame seeds, and spices before being deep-fried to golden perfection. Do we need to say more?
10. Mint Tea
Lastly take a moment to enjoy the iconic Mint Tea. This fragrant drink, made with fresh mint leaves, green tea and a touch of sweetness, will be a great cup of freshness in warm Marrakesh.
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