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Ask what the national dish of Morocco is and the answer is couscous: hand-rolled semolina steamed over a fragrant seven-vegetable stew. Start with our Couscous recipe, then browse 71 more Moroccan classics, from everyday cooking to festive specialities.

The Most Famous Moroccan Dishes

  1. Couscous

    Discover Couscous, the proud national dish of Morocco and a true icon of North African cooking! Tiny golden grains of steamed semolina are tossed with crisp, colourful vegetables, …

  2. Harira

    Step into the heart of Moroccan cooking with Harira, a soul-warming soup brimming with flavour. This much-loved national dish brings together ripe tomatoes, tender lentils and a …

  3. Couscous Tfaya

    Say hello to Couscous Tfaya, one of Morocco's most beloved celebration dishes! Mounds of fluffy couscous are crowned with tender meat, slow-cooked onions and plump raisins, all …

  4. Khobz

    Meet Khobz, the traditional bread that sits at the heart of every Moroccan meal. With its soft, airy crumb and crisp golden crust, this everyday loaf is far more than a simple …

  5. Zaalouk

    Discover Zaalouk, one of Morocco's most beloved everyday dishes! This fragrant blend of silky aubergine and ripe tomato is slow-cooked with garlic and warm spices until it melts …

  6. Pastilla

    Say hello to Pastilla, one of Morocco's most treasured dishes! In this homely take, crisp pastry parcels are filled with tender, spiced chicken or fish, then fried until …

  7. Baghrir

    Meet Baghrir, Morocco's beloved "thousand-hole pancakes" — light, spongy and utterly irresistible. Made from semolina and yeast, these airy little pancakes are riddled with tiny …

  8. Lamb Tagine

    Discover Lamb and Almond Tagine, one of Morocco's most treasured dishes! Tender, slow-cooked lamb meets freshly toasted almonds and a fragrant blend of warm spices in this North …

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National Dish Morocco: Tanjia (Recipe)

Discover Tanjia, the soulful slow-cooked speciality of Marrakech! This is a dish built on patience: tender chunks of meat mingle …

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National Dish Morocco: Tajine (Recipe)

Discover Tajine, the fragrant slow-cooked dish at the heart of Moroccan cooking! Tender meat melts together with vegetables and a …

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What is the national dish of Morocco?

The national dish of Morocco is couscous — hand-rolled semolina steamed over a fragrant seven-vegetable stew. You will find a step-by-step recipe for it on this page, alongside 71 more authentic Moroccan recipes.

What food is Morocco famous for?

Beyond couscous, Morocco is famous for dishes like Harira, Couscous Tfaya and Khobz. This page collects 72 authentic Moroccan recipes, from everyday classics to festive specialities.