Black and white aerial view of bustling fishing market in Essaouira, Morocco.
At the Moroccan table
Its defining character is port-linked fish and shellfish chosen by weight or plate and cooked near the harbour.
Description And serving traditions
What separates Essaouira Seafood Grill here is port-linked fish and shellfish chosen by weight or plate and cooked near the harbour.
Ingredients and raw materials
- fresh seafood
- chermoula herbs and spices
- lemon
- olive oil
- salt
Table & terroir
Roots on the map
- Town or city
- Essaouira
- Region
- Marrakech-Safi
Table & terroir
At the Moroccan table
- Food family
- Moroccan-traditional
Region map
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