tajine

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Noun — An earthenware cooking pot from North Africa with a shallow base and a tall, cone-shaped lid.

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A neutral, everyday word that appears often on restaurant menus.

Etymology

The word passed into English from Moroccan Arabic, which took it from a wider Arabic term for a shallow earthen pot. That Arabic word is itself traced back to an Ancient Greek word for a frying pan or saucepan.

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Frequently asked questions

What is a tajine?

A tajine is either the cone-lidded earthenware pot used in North African cooking, or the slow-cooked stew made inside it.

What is the difference between tajine and tagine?

Tajine and tagine are simply alternative spellings of the same word, referring to the same pot and dish.

What is tajine traditionally served with?

The stew is normally served with couscous.

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