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A traditional Moroccan tajine dish with khlii (preserved meat) and sunny-side-up eggs served in a rustic tajine pot.

Tajine Khlii and Eggs: A Timeless Moroccan Tradition


  • Author: Layla gomez
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 2 1x

Description

Learn how to make Tajine Khlii and Eggs, a simple yet flavorful Moroccan dish featuring savory preserved meat (khlii) and perfectly cooked eggs.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 cup khlii (Moroccan preserved meat)
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  • Heat a tajine or skillet over medium heat. Add olive oil and khlii.
  • Cook the khlii for 2–3 minutes until it releases its fat and is slightly crisp.
  • Crack the eggs into the tajine, spacing them evenly.
  • Cover and cook on low heat until the egg whites are set but yolks remain soft.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot with Moroccan bread.

Notes

  • Use a traditional tajine for authentic flavor, or substitute with a skillet if unavailable.
  • Adjust cooking time for eggs based on your preference (runny or fully cooked yolks).
  • Pair with warm Moroccan bread like khobz for the perfect meal.
  • If khlii is salty, taste before adding additional salt.
  • Leftover khlii can be stored in an airtight container for future use.
  • Note: Nutrition values are estimates and may vary depending on the exact ingredients and portion sizes used.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Cuisine: Moroccan

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 600mg (varies depending on the saltiness of khlii)
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Carbohydrates: 1g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 375mg

Keywords: Tajine Khlii, Moroccan Eggs Recipe, Traditional Moroccan Dish, Preserved Meat Recipe, Easy Tajine Recipe