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Recipes

Moroccan Mint Tea

(11 reviews) Posted by Sackville  

Mint tea isn't just a drink in Morocco. It is a sign of hospitality and friendship and tradition. Because this drink is so popular, it is served all day long, after every meal and with every conversation. Moroccans take great pride in their tea... MORE»

Recipe #55799

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Namibian Black-Eyed Peas

(1 reviews) Posted by Missy Wombat  

Felt like checking out some international recipes and Africa in particular. The times are guesses. MORE»

Recipe #54092

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Moroccan Chicken Tagine With Honey and Apricots

(4 reviews) Posted by Mirj  

This is another one of those amazing recipes that I get from my upstairs neighbor. I have to actually watch her cook so I can get approximate measurements. In my next life, I want to be Moroccan! MORE»

Recipe #53455

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Lamb and Prune Tagine

(2 reviews) Posted by Sackville  

I just love this kind of stew — the lamb and prunes make a wonderful combination (you could use apricots instead of the prunes if you prefer) and the slow cooking means the meat comes out tender everytime. MORE»

Recipe #52706

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Chicken Tagine

(12 reviews) Posted by Sackville  

An amazing Moroccan cook named Naima taught me to make this dish. If you ever have the chance to buy a tagine (a clay cooking pot) it is worth it just to make this dish. Serve the finished meal boiling hot and eat it the traditional way --... MORE»

Recipe #52701

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Moroccan Carrot Salad

(14 reviews) Posted by Caryn Gale  

Easy and different with a great taste. MORE»

Recipe #50012

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Moroccan Crunch Chex Mix

Posted by Julesong  

Here's a nice change from the regular Chex Mix - you can make it savory or sweet by including the honey or not. Enjoy! MORE»

Recipe #49545

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South African Curried Lamb Casserole with Raisins & Almonds

Posted by Miss Annie  

In South Africa, curried ground lamb, bread soaked in milk, almonds, raisins and bay leaves fashioned into a kind of flat meat loaf is described by some as a collision of Dutch and Malayan pantries. Next time you crave meat loaf, try this version.... MORE»

Recipe #49312

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Banana Bread (from Africa!)

(1 reviews) Posted by pollen  

this is an unusual banana bread recipe in that it uses a solid rather than liquid fat (ie. butter not oil), unlike most quickbread recipes, and is made more like cookies are. the result is very delicious, though - a super-light, slightly rich,... MORE»

Recipe #47381

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Meatless Harira (A Moroccan soup)

(4 reviews) Posted by Nicole Isabella  

This recipe is adapted from the one found in Paula Wolfert's "Couscous and Other Good Foods From Morocco". It should be stated that traditionally, the soup is made with meat, usually lamb. However, my husband (who is Moroccan) doesn't like it with... MORE»

Recipe #44257

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Moroccan Chicken and Date Tagine

(2 reviews) Posted by Sackville  

A taste of African cuisine... MORE»

Recipe #44107

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Moroccan Chicken with Preserved Lemons

(6 reviews) Posted by Mirj  

Submitted in response to a recipe request by Friedel. MORE»

Recipe #40736

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Koshari

(23 reviews) Posted by Sackville  

I like to think of this vegetarian dish as Egyptian-style chilli. I was first introduced to it during a trip to Egypt four years ago, where it was nearly all we ate for a week! It's served in "fast food" type restaurants, sold from carts... MORE»

Recipe #39446

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Tabouli Chicken Casserole

(1 reviews) Posted by Sackville  

This takes the classic Egyptian salad tabouli and turns it into a main course meal. MORE»

Recipe #39438

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Matbucha -- Moroccan Grilled Red Peppers & Tomato Salsa

(1 reviews) Posted by Mirj  

This is in response to a recipe request. I can get matbucha from my local supermarket any day, but now that I have a recipe it should be simple to make it myself, and alter it to my tastes. MORE»

Recipe #37347

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Preserved Lemons

Posted by Miss Annie  

These are a traditional Moroccan seasoning which can be use to add flavor to may dishes, including soups and stews. Recipe from: The Casablanca Cookbook by Sarah Key, Jennifer Newman Brazil, Vicky Wells MORE»

Recipe #36566

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Moroccan Chicken with Olives

(3 reviews) Posted by Miss Annie  

This is a tasty chicken dish. If you have time, make your own preserved lemons or buy in a specialty store. They are really good in this dish. If not, use a fresh, sliced lemon. Serve with rice or couscous. MORE»

Recipe #36500

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Bing Crosby's Lamb Kabobs

Posted by Mille® ™  

You can cook these while you are on The Road To Morocco MORE»

Recipe #33479

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Spicy Couscous

Posted by Miss Annie  

A spicy side dish, or main course. Very good! MORE»

Recipe #33083

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Sfinj -- Moroccan Doughnuts

(3 reviews) Posted by Mirj  

My daughter Tehila has a wonderful friend, Adva, who is of Moroccan descent. Her mother makes these treats for the family on holidays, and shares them with our family. The last time we made these together, and had lots of fun doing it. Prep time... MORE»

Recipe #28175

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