Haj Mustapha

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    E side of Souq Ablueh (Olive Souq), Djemaa el-Fna
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Lonely Planet review

As dusk approaches, several stalls that serve mechoui (slow-roasted lamb) at lunchtime feature a Marrakshi speciality: paper-sealed crockpots of tangia, lamb traditionally slow-cooked all day in the ashes of a hammam fire. This 'bachelor's stew' is a bit messy as a takeaway order, but Haj Mustapha offers the cleanest seating despite dire bachelor décor (think faded photos in shattered picture frames).

Use bread as your utensil to scoop up tangia, sprinkle it with fresh cumin and salt, and devour it with olives from the other side of the souq.