Mediterranean

The Mediterranean Tour: Northern Africa

Moroccans and Tunisians know healthy doesn't have to be bland. Eating a Mediterranean diet—rich with beans, olive oils, and yogurts—is good for you and just so happens to be super tasty.
  • Moroccan Chicken Brochettes on pita with tomatoes.
    Peden and Munk Taylor and Jen
    1/10

    Moroccan Chicken Brochettes

    What cut of chicken should you use for these plump grilled sandwiches? Opt for dark-meat chicken for the thighs—they have plenty of fat that moistens the poultry while grilling.

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    Tara Donne
    2/10

    Grilled Moroccan Spiced Pork Tenderloin

    Take cumin, cinnamon, and chile powder, and you're instantly on your way to Moroccan flavor. For this grilled pork tenderloin, marinate at least four hours before cooking.

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    Chris Gentile
    7/10

    Grilled Flatbread

    These chewy-crisp flatbreads are just right for drizzling with North African-spiced oil and mint sauces or wrapping around grilled meats like lamb. Use this master recipe and be free to improvise with toppings.

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    Photo by Jonathan Lovekin
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    Panfried Sea Bass with Harissa & Rose

    This dish originates from Bizerte, the northernmost city in Africa. The beautiful garnish is rose petals, which are available in Middle Eastern stores and also online.

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    Photo by Hirsheimer & Hamilton
    9/10

    Pan-Roasted Chicken with Harissa Chickpeas

    Harissa, a Tunisia spice paste, is a great shortcut ingredient to flavor, but like a bottle of wine, no two jars (or tubes) are the same. Always taste before using the full amount—you can add some more into the chickpeas later.

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    Kiyoshi Togashi
    10/10

    Braised Chicken with Dates and Moroccan Spices

    For this Moroccan braise, use Medjool dates. You can store the dates in either the pantry or the refrigerator indefinitely. which should be served with enough couscous to soak up the delicious juices.

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