الإنجليزية: Moroccan Mrouzia: The Most Delicious Eid Dish | Ingredients & Step-by-Step Recipe
🍲 Ingredients for Moroccan Mrouzi...
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Moroccan Mrouzia: A Symphony of Spices and Sweetness
Among the most iconic traditional dishes gracing Moroccan tables during holidays and special occasions is Mrouzia — a luxurious lamb dish that embodies the spirit of Eid al-Adha. This delicacy combines savory spices with sweet notes in perfect harmony. Slow-cooked lamb infused with saffron, cinnamon, and the famed "ras el hanout," then finished with honey and raisins, creates a rich and flavorful culinary experience.
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📝 Ingredients for 4 servings:
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1.5 kg lamb (shoulder or neck)
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2 large onions, finely chopped
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2 tablespoons honey
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100g raisins (soaked in warm water)
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1/2 teaspoon saffron (or saffron water)
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1 teaspoon cinnamon
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1 teaspoon ras el hanout
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1 teaspoon ginger
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1 teaspoon turmeric
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3 tablespoons clarified butter (smen) or oil
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Salt and pepper to taste
Water (as needed for cooking)
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Fried almonds for garnish (optional)
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Season the meat:
In a large pot, combine the lamb with onions, clarified butter, and all the spices (cinnamon, ginger, ras el hanout, turmeric, saffron, salt, and pepper). Stir well over medium heat for 5 minutes Cooking the lamb:
Add enough water to cover the meat. Cover and let it simmer gently for about 90 minutes, or until the meat is tender.-
Sweet finishing touch:
Once the meat is fully cooked, add honey and the soaked raisins. Leave the pot uncovered and let it simmer until the sauce thickens to a sticky glaze-like consistency, stirring occasionally. -
Serving:
Serve hot with Moroccan bread. Garnish with fried almonds for a festive presentation.
🍽️ Preparation Steps:
💡 Chef’s Tip:
The longer the sauce reduces after adding honey, the richer and deeper the flavor becomes — creating a unique sweet-savory "jam-like" glaze that makes Mrouzia truly unforgettable.
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