Best 3 Moroccan Spiced Olives Recipes

**Tantalize Your Taste Buds with Moroccan-Spiced Olives: A Culinary Journey of Bold Flavors and Aromatic Delights**

Embark on a culinary adventure to the vibrant streets of Morocco with our collection of tantalizing Moroccan-spiced olive recipes. These culinary gems, bursting with bold flavors and aromatic delights, will transport your palate to the heart of this North African gem. Discover the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and tangy notes as you explore these delectable creations. From the classic green olives marinated in a fragrant blend of spices to the unique black olives infused with the essence of preserved lemons, each recipe offers a distinct taste experience. Prepare to elevate your appetizer spread, salads, or main courses with these flavorful olives, adding a touch of Moroccan magic to your table.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

MOROCCAN SPICED OLIVES

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An easy marinade of garlic, lemon, thyme, and a dollop of the North African hot sauce harissa make these green olives memorable. If you can, prepare the olives ahead-they improve with age. From Epicurious. Cooking time does not include the 24 hour marinating period.

Provided by breezermom

Categories Moroccan

Time 25m

Yield 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

2 cups green olives in brine, lightly smashed to crack open slightly (use picholine or cerignola if possible)
4 garlic cloves, sliced
1/4 cup olive oil, extra virgin
2 teaspoons tomato paste
1/3 cup water
2 teaspoons harissa (North African spice paste)
3 fresh thyme sprigs (4-5 inches long)
2 thin lemon slices

Steps:

Cover olives with water in a small saucepan and bring to a boil, then drain.
Cook garlic in oil in a 10-inch heavy skillet over medium heat until garlic is golden, about 2 minutes. Add tomato paste and cook, stirring, 1 minute. Stir in water, harissa, thyme, and olives and simmer briskly, stirring occasionally, until liquid is thickened and coats olives, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in lemon slices. Transfer to a shallow dish and marinate, chilled, at least 24 hours.
These will keep for 1 month if kept in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

MOROCCAN SPICED GREEN OLIVES

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Make and share this Moroccan Spiced Green Olives recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Outta Here

Categories Fruit

Time 4h15m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

2 teaspoons cumin seeds
2 teaspoons fennel seeds
2 teaspoons coriander seeds
1/2 teaspoon cardamom, ground
1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes, Crushed
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon cinnamon
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 cups green olives, drained (pitted, unstuffed and room temperature)
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons orange juice
5 garlic cloves, peeled and minced

Steps:

Heat first 8 ingredients in a skillet over medium heat until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat and add olives; toss to coat.
Stir in remaining ingredients.
Refrigerate in an airtight container for at least 4 hours or up to 3 weeks. The longer they marinate, the better they taste.
Drain and serve at room temperature.

MOROCCAN SPICED GREEN OLIVES

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A great addition to a buffet table or for an appetizer party. Cook time is refrigeration time.

Provided by Mikekey *

Categories Other Appetizers

Time 4h15m

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

2 tsp cumin seeds
2 tsp fennel seeds
2 tsp coriander seeds
1/2 tsp ground cardamom
1/8 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
1/8 tsp ground nutmeg
1/8 tsp ground cinnamon
2 Tbsp olive oil
3 c pitted green olives, drained (unstuffed type)
2 Tbsp lemon juice
2 Tbsp orange juice
5 clove minced garlic

Steps:

1. Heat first 8 ingredients in a skillet over medium heat until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat and add olives; toss to coat.
2. Stir in remaining ingredients.
3. Refrigerate in an airtight container for at least 4 hours or up to 3 weeks. The longer they marinate, the better they taste.
4. Drain and serve at room temperature.

Tips:

When choosing olives for this recipe, look for firm, ripe olives that are free of blemishes. You can use any variety of olive, but green olives will give you a more traditional Moroccan flavor.
Be sure to rinse the olives thoroughly before using them to remove any excess salt or brine.
If you don't have a mortar and pestle, you can use a food processor to grind the spices.
Be careful not to overcook the olives, as they will become tough and bitter.
Store the olives in a jar or container with a tight-fitting lid in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Conclusion:

Moroccan spiced olives are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or snack. They are also a great way to add a touch of Moroccan flavor to your meals. Serve them with drinks, cheese, or crackers, or use them as a topping for salads, sandwiches, or pizzas. You can also find variations of this recipe, such as olives with lemon and cumin or olives with garlic and chili peppers.

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