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Morocco is the culinary star of North Africa, whose cooking is characterized by rich spices. Cumin, coriander, saffron, chilies, dried ginger, cinnamon, and paprika are just some of the spices that you will find in Moroccan food. Ras elhanout (which means head of the shop) is a dried spice mixture that combines anywhere from 10 to 100 spices.
Each Moroccan food vendor has his own secret recipe, and no two are exactly alike. At Casablanca Market we feature our own exclusive blend of Ras elhanout using an age-old recipe. Harissa is a paste of garlic, chilies, olive oil, and salt that make Morocco food dishes stand out among the rest of Mediterranean cuisine.
Couscous is central to Moroccan cuisine and is often cooked with spices, vegetables, nuts, and raisins. This Mediterranean food can be eaten as a meal in itself or is topped with richly spiced stews and tender roasted meats. Lamb is a popular meat in Morocco and it is cooked until tender enough to be eaten as a finger food. This Mediterranean food favorite is often topped with raisin and onion sauces, or even an apricot puree. Meat and fish can be grilled, stewed, or cooked in an earthenware tagine (the name for both the pot and the dish).
Click on Casablanca Market’s tagines & cooking link for high-quality and fair trade Mediterranean food cooking pots, spices, and accessories that will help you prepare an authentic Moroccan meal. Many Moroccan and Middle Eastern recipes call for preserved lemons, which are pickled in salt and their own juices. Our preserved whole lemons for Mediterranean food float in a simple saltwater brine.
If you want to get some hands-on practice with Moroccan recipes, Casablanca Market offers cooking classes with our founder Katia. The flavors in Mediterranean food are robust, clear, and free of complicated sauces and heavy cream and butter. This has allowed it to gain recognition as being one of the healthiest cuisines in the world. Whether it’s for a wedding or a simple family dinner Mediterranean food is perfect for any occasion. Get everything you need from Berber tents for Moroccan-themed event planning to great Moroccan furniture, cooking products, and gifts at Casablanca Market!