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Rfissa

Morocco

Rfissa is traditionally prepared for new mothers in Morocco, believed to help with recovery and to boost milk production.

A comforting Moroccan dish of shredded flatbread soaked in a fragrant chicken and lentil broth, spiced with ras el hanout and fenugreek — traditionally served to new mothers.

Authentic Morocco Rfissa recipe
Prep
20 mins
Cook
1 hr
Difficulty
Medium
Calories
420 kcal
Serves
6
Calories are an estimate based on ingredients used

Ingredients

1whole chicken, jointed
200glentils
6msemen or trid flatbreads, torn
2 tspras el hanout
1 tspfenugreek seeds

Method

1

Brown chicken with onion and spices.

2

Add lentils and enough water to cover, simmering for 40-45 minutes until chicken is tender and lentils are soft.

3

Arrange torn flatbread pieces in a large serving dish.

4

Ladle the chicken, lentils and broth generously over the bread, letting it soak before serving.

Chef's Tip

Let the bread soak in the broth for a few minutes before serving so it absorbs the flavour without turning to mush.

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