Chapter 1
The magic of the clay pot
Chapter 2
The spice road of Marrakech
Chapter 3
Couscous and the art of Friday gatherings
Chapter 4
The sweet science of Moroccan mint tea
Chapter 5
Street food treasures of Jemaa el-Fnaa
YOUR GOAL
Master of Tagines, tea, and the seven-vegetable magic
Ch 1 · The magic of the clay pot
sonia The tagine dates back to ancient North Africa, created by the indigenous Amazigh people.
BETA
sonia Drag ingredients into the clay pot to learn how Moroccan tagines build rich flavor.
Fun Fact
Tagine steam: The conical lid of a Moroccan tagine acts as a natural condenser, returning all moisture back to the food so it cooks perfectly in dry deserts.
Glossary
tagine (noun)
A slow-cooked North African stew or the conical-lidded earthenware pot in which it is prepared. Moroccan cooks traditionally place these vessels over hot charcoal to slowly braise spiced meats and vegetables.
A slow-cooked North African stew or the conical-lidded earthenware pot in which it is prepared. Moroccan cooks traditionally place these vessels over hot charcoal to slowly braise spiced meats and vegetables.
Quiz
Which ancient indigenous group of North Africa is credited with inventing the tagine?
Quiz
Why do Moroccan cooks place a metal ring diffuser under a clay tagine on a modern stove?