🍲 How to Make Traditional Moroccan Tagine – A Slow-Cooked Flavor Bomb

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 How to Make Traditional Moroccan Tagine – A Slow-Cooked Flavor Bomb

🛑 Cultural Note: Tagine is Moroccan. Yes, it’s named after the clay pot used to cook it, and while neighboring countries also have variations, the flavors and methods are quintessentially Moroccan. Don’t let anyone else claim it!

 

🧂 The Spice Blend – What Makes Tagine So Special

The magic of Tagine comes from its unique blend of spices. You’ll need:

  • 1 tsp ground ginger

  • 1 tsp ras el hanout (Moroccan spice mix)

  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon

  • 1 tsp turmeric

  • ½ tsp black pepper

  • Salt to taste

  • 1 small cinnamon stick

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

🍽️ Ingredients (for Classic Chicken Tagine)

  • 1 whole chicken (cut into pieces)

  • 2 medium onions, finely chopped

  • 3-4 garlic cloves, minced

  • 1 cup chopped tomatoes

  • 1 cup green olives (pitted)

  • 1 cup dried apricots (or prunes)

  • 1 tbsp honey (optional, for sweetness)

  • Fresh cilantro and parsley, chopped

  • 1 ½ cups water or chicken broth

👩‍🍳 Step-by-Step: How to Make Traditional Chicken Tagine

  1. Prepare the Base

    • In a tagine or large Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onions and garlic, and sauté until translucent.

  2. Add the Chicken & Spices

    • Add chicken pieces and stir in all the spices. Brown the chicken on all sides, about 5–10 minutes.

  3. Add the Tomatoes

    • Stir in chopped tomatoes, and cook for another 5 minutes until they soften.

  4. Simmer

    • Add water or broth, cover the tagine, and let it simmer on low heat for 40–45 minutes. If you don’t have a tagine pot, you can use a Dutch oven or a regular pot.

  5. Add the Sweetness

    • Add olives, apricots, and honey (if using). Let everything simmer for another 10–15 minutes to let the flavors meld together.

  6. Garnish & Serve

    • Sprinkle fresh cilantro and parsley on top, and serve with Moroccan bread or couscous.

📸 A Glimpse of the Final Dish


Sweet, savory, and rich with flavor.

💬 Did You Try It?

I’d love to know if you made this chicken tagine at home! Did the spices hit the right note? How was the blend of sweet and savory? Drop a comment below and let me know how it turned out—and if you took a photo, feel free to share it! 📸🌟

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