Foods to try in Morocco

Moroccan food or cuisine is reflective of the cultural diversity in Morocco. Moroccan food is a mixture of both Amazigh cuisine, Arab cuisine, and even a bit of European cuisine. It has been influenced by the interactions and exchanges with other cultures throughout the years.

When visiting Morocco, you should definitely explore its cuisine that ranks high on the list of the World’s best cuisines. You will be lucky to taste the most delicious foods here, see the innovative ingredient combinations and perhaps learn how to cook such yummy dishes. Book your cocking class tour with us to try the Moroocan cuisine.

Tajin, the popular moroccan food:

It is one of the most popular plates you might have heard of. It is a clay pot with a conical lid; it should be cooked slowly in order that it tastes delicious. it most of the time consists of Veggies and beef, Vegies and chicken or even fish. Though there are many types of Tajines all with a variety of ingredients.

Tanjia, for instance, is unique to Marrakesh and is served with its special spices and meat. Tajine typically remains one of the most popular dishes in Morocco and you should definitely try it once you are here. It is very common wherever you go, and I am sure you will not have a hard time finding it.

Couscous, the second famous Moroccan food:

It is another popular dish in Morocco. it is usually made on the Muslim holy day (Friday). It is an important part of our cultural and religious heritage. The whole family members gather around the table to eat this delicious Moroccan weekly feast after the Friday prayers.

It is such an amazing thing, in the sense that it represents the collectivistic nature of the Moroccan society unlike the western individualistic society.

I personally think such food makes feel much closer to their family and makes them feel that they’re loved and cared for. Couscous or seksu’s ubiquitous and you can find it on almost every menu in every restaurant you go to.

In 2019, Morocco, Algeria and Tunisia requested the UNESCO to consider this dish a popular tangible heritage in the countries of the Maghreb. Do consider ordering it with your family or your loved ones when you are in Morocco.

Bastila, the regular food in Fes Morocco:

Bastilla is pretty common in Fez, one of the four imperial cities in Morocco with a rich history of food, spices and all the traditional stuff you might be interested in. It is said that Bastilla was brought over to Morocco by the Moors from Andalusia.

It is a mixture of pigeon meat cooked in spices and topped with almonds. It is usually served in special days such as wedding ceremonies and the like. It is in a high demand across Morocco especially by tourists. Interestingly enough, it varies across regions, as each region has their own unique way of making Bastilla.

Moroccan Mint tea:

usually referred to as the Moroccan Whiskey. It is a Moroccan drink that indicates hospitality, and it is the most common drink at Moroccan homes.

It is served at different times of the day and it occupies an important part of the Morocco identity so be ready to drink some of the Moroccan whisky XD.

I am sure you will run into a lot of people who would invite you over to their house for tea.

Moroccan Berber Pizza:

It is referred jokingly to the Berber or Amazigh Bread with peppers, onion, some spices and is usually cooked in traditional Berber ovens. It tastes so dope and is pretty common among Berbers.

It serves as a Pizza in the Moroccan context. I have zero idea where it originally came from but I bet it has its unqiue history and you will certainly fall in love with this one.

Rfissa in Morocco:

Rfissa is another common dish in Morocco. it is made during family reunions and gatherings. Its ingredients have a bunch of health benefits and is ranked high in the list of foods here in Morocco.

Fried chicken is considered the most basic dish, especially during special occasions such wedding parties, birthday parties and even circumcision ceremonies etc… Moroccan women are good at making fried chicken.

Harira, the third commun food in Morocco:

Last but not least, Harira is also popular in Morocco and even abroad I suppose Moroccans like to drink Harira throughout the holy Month, Ramadan, the Month when Muslims fast all day long.

Harira is also occasionally made in regular days make sure you taste it.

Extra readings regarding the Moroccan food or cuisine:

Every traveler must not miss exploring the Moroccan Food, culture and understand people’s lifestyle, traditions and beliefs and Every journey one embarks on, is not only meant for fun or relaxation after a couple of months under a tremendous amount of stress either at work or school or whatever area one might be involved in, but it is meant to help one learn, expand their knowledge of other cultures and interact with completely different peoples with a whole new way of living and a whole new culture.

For instance, food in Morocco differs from one country to another and one should approach that aspect of each culture with excitement and a desire to learn and experience it.

The Moroccan table is adorned with delightful dishes that highlight the rich cultural and historical backgrounds of Morocco. It is worth exploring the beauty and deliciousness of the Moroccan food that is unique and, in the meantime, demonstrates diversity and the influence of past civilizations and cultures both native ones and non-native ones as well.

By the turn of the 21st century, the spread of the global culture started to slightly threaten native cultures, including cuisine, local traditions and the like. Therefore, we should do our best to preserve such priceless native cultures by spreading awareness of their beauty and simplicity that is reflected in the rich history of Morocco and the past generations.

All in all, the richness of the Moroccan history that manifests itself in the fact that many peoples, such as Andalusians, Amazigh Jews, middle eastern and so on brought over some of their cultures into Morocco and made it as diverse and appealing in terms of food, lifestyle and celebrations as it is now.