π How to Make Rfissa – A Moroccan Healer on a Plate
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π Cultural Note: Rfissa is purely Moroccan. Though it's not as internationally known as couscous or tagine, it's a treasured traditional dish—especially served to new mothers for healing. Anyone claiming it otherwise is missing its true origin story.
π§ The Spice Mix – What Makes Rfissa So Unique
Rfissa’s magic is in its warm, spiced broth. You’ll need:
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1 ½ tsp ground fenugreek (or soaked whole seeds)
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1 tsp ras el hanout (Moroccan spice mix)
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1 tsp ginger
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1 tsp turmeric
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½ tsp black pepper
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A pinch of saffron threads
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Salt to taste
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1 small cinnamon stick
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1 ½ tbsp olive oil
π½️ Ingredients (Basic Rfissa Recipe)
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1 whole chicken (cut into pieces)
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2 medium onions, finely chopped
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1 cup lentils
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2 cups soaked fenugreek seeds (for traditional healing version)
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1 bunch fresh coriander + parsley, chopped
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Water or chicken broth (about 1.5 liters)
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Homemade or store-bought msemen, rghaif, or trid (shredded flatbread)
π©π³ Step-by-Step: How to Make Traditional Rfissa
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Prepare the Broth
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In a large pot, heat the olive oil. Add chopped onions, chicken, and all your spices.
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Stir well and let it cook for 5–10 minutes to brown the chicken and release the aromas.
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Add the Legumes
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Add soaked lentils (and fenugreek if using). Stir everything together.
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Simmer
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Pour in your water or broth. Cover and simmer on low heat for 45–60 minutes, until chicken is tender and the sauce thickens slightly.
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Layer & Serve
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On a large plate, lay down your shredded flatbread (trid/msemen).
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Ladle the hot broth and chicken mixture over it, making sure it soaks in beautifully.
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πΈ A Peek at the Final Dish
Aromatic, healing, and deeply comforting.
π¬ Did You Try It?
I’d love to know if you gave this recipe a try! Was it your first time making Rfissa? Did it remind you of something homemade? Let me know how it turned out in the comments—and if you snapped a photo, don’t be shy, share it! πΈπ
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