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Moroccan Cuisine

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Exotic Flavors

 

The taste of Morocco is exotic, full of rich deep earthy flavor. It has long been considered as one of the most diversified cuisines in the world because of centuries of interaction between Morocco and the outside world. The cuisine of Morocco is a mix of Arab, Berber, Moorish, Middle Eastern, Mediterranean African, Iberian, and Jewish influences.

This lens will introduce you to some basics of Moroccan cookery, including links to reference material, books on the subject, and more.

If you haven't tried these foods yet, I hope you will think about trying them soon!

Moroccan CousCous...Doesn't This Look Yummy?! 

Vegetarian Lasagna, Mushroom Risotto Balls, Spiced Couscous, Vegetable Kurma with brown rice - Medium Plate - Soulmama Vegetarian by avlxyz

Vegetarian Lasagna,...

couscous ingredients by StormySleep

couscous ingredients

couscous ingredients by StormySleep

couscous ingredients

raspberry almond couscous by tyger_lyllie

raspberry almond cou...

raul and jare-bear by lokate366

raul and jare-bear

DSC_0266 by dirvish

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DSC_0263 by dirvish

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DSC_0049 by dirvish

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DSC_0260 by dirvish

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Spices of Morocco 

Here is a list of spice ingredients necessary to Moroccan cuisine:

*karfa (cinnamon)
*kamoun (cumin)
*kharkoum (turmeric)
*skingbir (ginger)
*libzar (pepper)
*tahmira (paprika)
*kasbour (coriander)
*maadnous(parsley)
*zaafrane beldi (saffron)
*anise seed
*sesame seed

Other main ingredients include olives, lemons, fresh vegetables, couscous (a small round rolled pasta), and various fruits.

Spices and Spice Mixes for the Moroccan Kitchen 

If you prepare a lot of Moroccan meals, or other North African and Mediterranean specialties, these spices and spice mixes are a must for your pantry.

Moroccan Cookbooks 

Bringing the tantalizing tastes of North Africa into your home with recipes from these cook books is remarkably easy!.

CousCous 

The term couscous refers both to the rolled round pasta (which comes in size from tiny to tapioca-like) and to dishes made with it as the base ingredient. Numerous varieties of couscous are popular in Morocco as well as neighboring countries like Tunisia.
The traditional seven vegetable couscous is a classic dish normally made with turnip, carrots, potato, leek, onion, tomato and courgettes or a similar combination.
It is also commonly served with lamb or chicken.

Sources for CousCous  

Did you know that you can get your cous cous ingredients over the web without ever having to go looking at specialty stores?

Bel Aria Couscous

Amazon Price: $2.49 (as of 07/26/2008)

Near East Mediterranean Curry Cous Cous

Amazon Price: (as of 07/26/2008)

Near East Roasted Garlic and Olive Oil Cous Cous

Amazon Price: (as of 07/26/2008)

Near East Toasted Pine Nut Cous Cous

Amazon Price: (as of 07/26/2008)

Examples of Tagines 

A tagine is a stew made in a traditional clay pot of the same name with a tall chimney vent. Here are some examples of the stews:

Lambcubes by FotoosVanRobin

Lambcubes

Lamb Tagine with quail eggs by FotoosVanRobin

Lamb Tagine with qua...

Lamb Tagine by FotoosVanRobin

Lamb Tagine

Lamb by FotoosVanRobin

Lamb

Lamb Meatballs with quail eggs in tomato sauce by FotoosVanRobin

Lamb Meatballs with...

Lamb Meatball by FotoosVanRobin

Lamb Meatball

Spicy Kefta with Lemon by dv.hunter

Spicy Kefta with Lem...

Spicy Kefta with Lemon set by dv.hunter

Spicy Kefta with Lem...

Spicy Kefta with Lemon mise en place by dv.hunter

Spicy Kefta with Lem...

Spicy Kefta with Lemon by dv.hunter

Spicy Kefta with Lem...

Ceramic Tagines 

Take your cookery to a new level by using these authentic Moroccan~style clay pots, which is where the dish "tagines" gets its name.

Traditional large Tagine with Fibule Design 13.5"

Amazon Price: (as of 07/26/2008)

Le Souk Ceramique HA-17 Honey Oval Tagine 10-in.

Amazon Price: $45.95 (as of 07/26/2008)

Large Botany Designer Tagine

Amazon Price: (as of 07/26/2008)

Moroccan Cookery 

A Few Useful Links 

Moroccan Caravan cous cous recipe
One of several recipes on this diverse site about Morocco.
CousCous Recipe Blog
A Blogger Blog all about couscous!

Visitor Log 

LisaKnowsTheSecret

I tried couscous years ago and didn't like it (maybe it was how it was prepared) but your lens and pictures have inspired me to have another go. Thanks for the great information.

Take care
Lisa

Posted May 12, 2008

fanfreluche

Love the spice picture! I love spice in general. Not sure where, but I have heard/read the name kharkoum before and always wonder what it was. My favorite is cardamom, but I think it is more related to Indian food than morrocan.

Posted May 01, 2008

clouda9

CousCous along with brown rice and Quinoa are among my favorite alternatives to pasta. Your spice additions make my mouth water. Thank you for sharing this lens!

Posted April 15, 2008

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