Traditional Moroccan Rfissa Recipe

Traditional Moroccan Rfissa Recipe with Our Rfissa Spice Blend

Rfissa is one of the most iconic dishes in Moroccan cuisine. This comforting family meal is often prepared for special occasions, such as celebrations or important visits. This dish combines rich flavors with a unique texture, thanks to pieces of msemen soaked in a fragrant sauce. 🍲

In this version, we use our Rfissa spice blend, a perfect combination for giving your sauce all the authenticity and richness of Moroccan flavors.

Ingredients

For the sauce:

• 1 kg free-range chicken
• 2 kg finely chopped onions
• 1/4 cup oil
• 1 bunch parsley
• 1 bunch cilantro
• 3 tablespoons of our Rfissa spice blend
• 2 handfuls of fenugreek seeds
• 100 g green lentils
• 1 clove garlic
• 1/4 teaspoon smen
• Salt, to taste
• 2 liters water

For the msemen dough:

• 1 bowl white flour
• 2 bowls extra-fine semolina
• 1 pinch salt
• 1 bowl oil
• 2 bowls water

Preparation

Step 1: Prepare the msemen

1. In a large, deep dish, combine the flour, semolina, and salt. Gradually add the water while kneading vigorously until you obtain a smooth, soft dough.
2. Form small balls, brush them with oil, and flatten them with your fingers to create small rounds. Stack two rounds, then roll them out together until you obtain a thin, translucent sheet.
3. Cook each sheet in a lightly oiled pan over medium heat until golden on both sides.
4. Separate the stacked sheets and cut them into pieces one centimeter wide. Set them aside in the top section of a couscoussier.

Step 2: Prepare the sauce

1. In the bottom pot of the couscoussier, place the chicken, chopped onions, oil, parsley, cilantro, and garlic clove.
2. Add the fenugreek seeds, green lentils, and 3 tablespoons of our Rfissa spice blend. Season with salt to taste.
3. Sauté everything for a few minutes, then add 2 liters of water. Cover and cook for approximately 35 minutes.
4. At the end of cooking, stir in the smen to add a traditional touch and an unmistakable flavor.

Step 3: Warm the msemen

Place the pieces of msemen in the couscoussier basket and let them warm in the steam from the sauce for approximately 6 minutes.

Step 4: Serve the dish

1. Arrange the warm pieces of msemen in a large, deep serving dish.
2. Place the chicken in the center and generously pour over the sauce.
3. Serve the remaining sauce in a separate bowl so everyone can help themselves according to their preference.

Why Choose Our Rfissa Spice Blend?

Our Rfissa spice blend has been carefully crafted to capture the full authenticity of Moroccan cuisine. It combines high-quality ingredients to offer you a rich, perfectly balanced flavor.

Rfissa is much more than a dish: it is a culinary experience that brings family and friends together around a warm table. With our Rfissa spice blend, you can recreate this Moroccan classic at home, easily and with the guarantee of authentic flavor. So prepare your msemen, bring out your pot, and let the magic of Rfissa happen! 🍽️

Want to discover more Moroccan classics? Check out our Moroccan kefta recipe or our traditional harira, both made with our homemade spice blends.