Moroccan-inspired Soufflé

Ingredients

While the original French soufflé is typically made with ingredients like cheese or chocolate, our Moroccan-inspired version incorporates spices such as cumin, coriander, and cinnamon, along with ingredients like preserved lemons, olives, and harissa. These additions give the soufflé a unique Moroccan flavor profile that sets it apart from its French counterpart. We alse have the original recipe for Soufflé, so you can check it out.

• 4 eggs 4 eggs
• 1/4 cup (60ml) milk 1/4 cup (60ml) milk
• 1/4 cup (60ml) vegetable oil 1/4 cup (60ml) vegetable oil
• 1/4 cup (60g) all-purpose flour 1/4 cup (60g) all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 cup (60g) grated Parmesan cheese 1/4 cup (60g) grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup (60g) crumbled feta cheese 1/4 cup (60g) crumbled feta cheese
• 2 tablespoons chopped preserved lemons 2 tablespoons chopped preserved lemons
• 2 tablespoons chopped green olives 2 tablespoons chopped green olives
• 1 tablespoon harissa paste 1 tablespoon harissa paste

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 220 kcal / 920 KJ
• Fat: 15g (7g saturated)
• Carbohydrates: 10g (1g sugars)
• Protein: 12g
• Fiber: 1g
• Salt: 0.8g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a soufflé dish with butter or oil.
2. 2.
   In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, and vegetable oil until well combined.
3. 3.
   In a separate bowl, combine the flour, cumin, coriander, cinnamon, salt, and black pepper.
4. 4.
   Gradually add the dry ingredients to the egg mixture, whisking continuously until smooth.
5. 5.
   Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, crumbled feta cheese, chopped preserved lemons, chopped green olives, and harissa paste.
6. 6.
   Pour the mixture into the prepared soufflé dish and smooth the top with a spatula.
7. 7.
   Place the soufflé dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the soufflé is puffed up and golden brown on top.
8. 8.
   Remove from the oven and serve immediately.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Preserved lemons — Rinse the preserved lemons under cold water before chopping to remove excess saltiness.
• Harissa paste — Adjust the amount of harissa paste according to your spice preference. Add more for a spicier soufflé or reduce for a milder flavor.

Tips & Tricks

• Be sure to beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form for a light and fluffy soufflé.
• Avoid opening the oven door while the soufflé is baking to prevent it from deflating.
• Serve the soufflé immediately after baking, as it will begin to deflate as it cools.
• Experiment with different spices and herbs to customize the flavor of your Moroccan-inspired soufflé.
• Serve the soufflé with a side of fresh salad or couscous for a complete Moroccan meal.

Serving advice

Serve the Moroccan-inspired soufflé as a main course accompanied by a side of couscous or a fresh salad. Garnish with a sprinkle of chopped fresh herbs, such as cilantro or parsley, for an added burst of flavor.

Presentation advice

Present the soufflé in the baking dish at the table to showcase its impressive rise. Encourage guests to admire the golden brown top before gently scooping out portions onto individual plates.