10 Most Popular Moroccan Recipes for Eid

10 Most Popular Moroccan Recipes for Eid

Eid al-Fitr in Morocco is a special occasion filled with joy and family gatherings, where everyone comes together to celebrate the end of the holy month of Ramadan. Moroccan cuisine is known for its variety and rich flavors, making it a key part of Eid celebrations. In this article, we will explore 10 of the most popular Moroccan recipes that are commonly prepared for Eid, along with a brief recipe or ingredient list for each dish.

1. Moroccan Tagine (Lamb or Chicken Tagine)

Ingredients:

  • 1 kg lamb or chicken

  • 2 onions, chopped

  • 3 garlic cloves, minced

  • 1 tsp ginger

  • 1 tsp cinnamon

  • 1 tsp cumin

  • 2 tomatoes

  • 1 cup broth

  • 1/2 cup olive oil

  • 1/2 cup dried apricots or prunes

  • Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation:

  1. In a tagine or pot, heat olive oil and sauté onions and garlic until softened.

  2. Add lamb or chicken and brown it.

  3. Add tomatoes, ginger, cinnamon, cumin, salt, and pepper, then pour in the broth.

  4. Cover and cook on low heat until the meat is tender.

  5. Add dried apricots or prunes and cook for another 10 minutes.

2. Bastilla (Moroccan Pie)

Ingredients:

  • 1 whole chicken

  • 2 onions, chopped

  • 1/2 cup toasted almonds

  • 2 tbsp butter

  • 1/4 cup cinnamon

  • 1/4 cup sugar

  • 1 tsp saffron

  • 12 sheets filo pastry

  • 1 egg

Preparation:

  1. Boil the chicken and shred the meat.

  2. In a pan, melt butter, sauté onions, then add the chicken.

  3. Add toasted almonds, sugar, cinnamon, and saffron. Mix well.

  4. Layer the mixture on filo pastry, roll it up, and brush the top with egg wash.

  5. Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) until golden brown.

3. Harira (Moroccan Soup)

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup lentils

  • 1 cup chickpeas

  • 500g ground meat

  • 1 onion, chopped

  • 3 garlic cloves, minced

  • 2 tomatoes

  • 1 tsp cinnamon

  • 1/2 tsp ginger

  • 1 tsp coriander

  • 1/2 cup tomato paste

  • 2 liters broth

Preparation:

  1. In a large pot, heat oil and sauté onions and garlic until golden.

  2. Add the ground meat and brown it.

  3. Add tomatoes, chickpeas, lentils, tomato paste, and broth.

  4. Bring to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer for about 1 hour.

  5. Serve with lemon wedges and dates.

4. Samosa (Moroccan Samosa)

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup ground meat

  • 1 onion, chopped

  • 1 grated carrot

  • 1/2 cup raisins

  • 1 tsp cumin

  • 1 tsp coriander

  • 1 tsp black pepper

  • 10 sheets samosa pastry

  • Oil for frying

Preparation:

  1. In a pan, heat oil and sauté onions and carrots.

  2. Add the ground meat and cook until browned.

  3. Add spices and raisins, then stir well.

  4. Cut the samosa pastry into triangles, stuff them with the filling, and fry in hot oil until golden brown.

5. Tagine with Prunes (Sweet Tagine)

Ingredients:

  • 1 kg lamb

  • 1 cup dried prunes

  • 1/2 cup toasted almonds

  • 1 tsp cinnamon

  • 1/2 tsp saffron

  • 1/4 cup honey

  • 1/4 cup olive oil

Preparation:

  1. Heat olive oil in a tagine and brown the lamb.

  2. Add cinnamon, saffron, prunes, and broth.

  3. Cook on low heat until the lamb is tender.

  4. Add honey and toasted almonds before serving.

6. Mhencha (Moroccan Sweet Roll)

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups ground almonds

  • 1/2 cup sugar

  • 1/4 cup butter

  • 1 tsp rose water

  • 10 sheets filo pastry

  • Powdered sugar for garnish

Preparation:

  1. Mix ground almonds, sugar, butter, and rose water.

  2. Place the filling on filo pastry and roll into a coil shape.

  3. Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) until golden brown.

  4. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

7. Bghrir (Moroccan Pancakes)

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup semolina flour

  • 1/4 cup wheat flour

  • 1 tsp instant yeast

  • 1/2 tsp salt

  • 1/2 cup warm water

  • 1 tbsp sugar

Preparation:

  1. Mix all ingredients in a bowl and let it rise for 1 hour.

  2. Heat a non-stick pan and pour the batter to form small pancakes.

  3. Cook until holes appear on the surface.

  4. Serve with honey and butter.

8. Kaab Ghazal (Moroccan Horn Shaped Pastry)

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup ground almonds

  • 1/4 cup sugar

  • 1 tsp rose water

  • 1 egg

  • 1/4 cup butter

  • Semolina dough

Preparation:

  1. Mix ground almonds, sugar, and rose water.

  2. Shape the dough into crescents, then stuff with the almond filling.

  3. Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) until golden.

  4. Serve with powdered sugar.

9. Meloui (Moroccan Flatbread)

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups flour

  • 1/2 cup water

  • 1 tsp yeast

  • 1/4 tsp salt

  • 1/2 cup butter

Preparation:

  1. Mix all ingredients to form a dough.

  2. Shape the dough into small balls and roll out into thin rounds.

  3. Cook in a hot pan until golden on both sides.

  4. Serve with honey and butter.

10. Olive Tagine

Ingredients:

  • 1 kg lamb

  • 1/2 kg green olives

  • 2 onions, chopped

  • 1 tsp coriander

  • 1 tsp cumin

  • 1 tsp black pepper

  • 2 tbsp olive oil

Preparation:

  1. Heat olive oil in a tagine and brown the lamb.

  2. Add onions, spices, and olives.

  3. Add water and simmer on low heat until the lamb is tender.

  4. Serve with bread.

These dishes are some of the most beloved foods that define Eid celebrations in Morocco. From the sweet tagine with prunes to the savory bastilla and the delicious mhencha, Moroccan cuisine offers a wide range of flavors to enjoy during the holiday. Whether you’re savoring Kaab Ghazal or indulging in Harira soup, these traditional dishes are sure to make your Eid celebration memorable.

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