Moroccan

Eating in Morocco was one of the most eye-opening food experiences of my life. Nothing was what I expected — and everything was better. These recipes are inspired by the flavors, spices, and traditions of Moroccan cooking, from tagines to mint tea steeped the proper way.

Moroccan Salad (Salade Marocaine): A Rainbow Bowl That’ll Change How You Think About Salads

In 2016, we lived in Morocco for two and a half months, where we ate plenty of tagines and couscous. What I wasn’t expecting was the Moroccan Salad or as the Moroccans call it salade marocaine. I ordered my first one in one of the …

Main Dish, Meal Prep, Moroccan, Salads, Vegetables, Vegetarian

Moroccan Mint Tea (Atay) — The Ritual, the History, and How to Make It at Home

Originally published May 30, 2011, updated April, 2026. The moment we landed in Morocco, our Airbnb host introduced us to our first cup of Moroccan Mint Tea. I was immediately in love because most of the countries we visit are coffee forward. And I’m not …

30-Minute or Less Recipes, Drinks, Drinks & Beverages, Moroccan, Recipes

The Differences Between Tagine and Couscous + Beef Tagine Recipe

Eating Moroccan food in Morocco was an eye-opening experience after growing up in the Western world. Nothing was what we thought it. For example, the tagine I had in the US is actually couscous. In Morocco, tagine is NOT served over couscous. Instead, it’s more …

Beef, Budget Meals, Diary Free, Gluten Free, Main Dish, Moroccan, Slow Cooking

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