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Two variations of chopped, cooked zucchini smothered with herbs and spices are shown side-by-side on decorated blue dishes.

Moroccan Zucchini Salad with Chermoula

Moroccan Zucchini Salad is one of the many do-ahead vegetarian recipes you can make using chermoula. Although we prefer to use fresh pale Moroccan zucchini …

Square, laminated pancakes called msemen are arranged in overlapping fashion on a platter. Two pats of butter and a small spoon full of jam sits on the pile of msemen.

Basic Msemen Recipe – Square Moroccan Pancakes

These square, laminated Moroccan pancakes are called msemen or sometimes rghaif. They’re a popular breakfast and tea time treat not only in Morocco, but also Tunisia …

Close-up view of a mortar and pestle alongside chili peppers, coarse salt and spices. Harissa chili paste can be seen in the mortar.

Moroccan Harissa Recipe with Dried Chili Peppers

Harissa is a North African condiment made from chili peppers. Either fresh or dried chili peppers can be used to make harissa. The former allows …

A spread of red and green chili , lime and garlic sold in the market., ideal for harissa

Moroccan Harissa with Fresh Chili Peppers and Sweet Red Peppers

Harissa is a spicy North African condiment of Tunisian origins. (It’s not to be confused with sweet Algerian harissa cookies which are like a revani or …

overhead view of a dish of cauliflower mashed and mixed with chermoula.

Moroccan Cauliflower Caviar – Zaalouk de Chou-Fleur

Zaalouk of cauliflower with chermoula is a cooked Moroccan salad that’s usually served chilled or at room temperature. The cauliflower may be served finely or …

Cabbage salad with two texture served in two separate plates. One texture looks like a coarse mash and the other looks finely chopped.

Moroccan Cabbage Salad with Chermoula – Zaalouk de Chou

Zaalouk de Chou, Zaalouk or Mderbel Mkaouar are all names for Moroccan cabbage salad with chermoula. It’s similar to a number of other salads in which cooked vegetables …

A whole steamed eggplant with chermoula, a Moroccan herb and spice marinade.

Moroccan Eggplant (Aubergine) in Chermoula – Bdenjal Mchermel

Moroccan eggplant (aubergine) in chermoula or Bdenjal Mchermel is an easy cooked salad or side dish which can be made ahead of time and served later. It’s …

Moroccan Carrot Salad with Chermoula – Khizzou Mchermel or Zaalouk dyal Khizzou

Carrots, commonly known in Morocco as khizzou or zroudia, are widely used in Moroccan cooking, ranging from starters to juices to main dishes. This cooked carrot salad …

Mqila dish: image showing a fork holding small pieces of meat from a Moroccan dish called Mkila

Mqila Slaouia – Express Khlii (Moroccan Preserved Meat)

Mqila Slaouia (or just mqila) is a meat specialty dish from the Moroccan sister cities of Sale and Rabat. It’s commonly known as cheat version of khlii, a …

Photo of batbout, Moroccan pita bread, in a basket on a table.

Batbout – Moroccan Pita Bread Recipe

Your family will love this semolina pocket bread that’s cooked stove top rather than in the oven. Mix in some whole wheat flour for extra flavor and texture.