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Morocco · Souss- Massa- Draâ · Chtouka- Aït Baha| Common Animals Fish Mushrooms Flora |
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Gazella cuvieri |
July: Birth of young. Gazelles care for their young and protect them from predators.
Completely harmless. Timid and cautious animal. Among locals, gazelle hunting was a symbol of bravery and accuracy. Hide used for decorative purposes. Meat served on festive and ceremonial occasions.
Inhabits dry steppes and semi-deserts of Central Asia. Very fast and skittish animal. Most active during morning and evening hours.
Stalking at dawn and dusk Use of light firearms with optical sights Ambush near watering holes or trails
Very cautious animal — silence and camouflage are crucial. Use cover in steppe and desert landscapes. Approaching from downwind improves chances.
Field dressing prevents spoilage due to heat. Thin hide suitable for souvenirs or gloves. Offal can be used in traditional dishes. Meat is valued for its delicate flavor, requires no complex processing.
Back: Frying, roasting
Brisket: Grilling, kebab
Thigh: Braising, stewing
Brisket: Grilling, kebab
Thigh: Braising, stewing
Gazelle Shashlik (Charcoal grilling)
Fragrant meat absorbs marinade well
Fragrant meat absorbs marinade well
1. Cut meat into chunks, marinate with onion, spices, and vinegar.
2. Skewer and grill over coals for 10–15 minutes, turning regularly.
3. Serve with flatbread and herbs.
2. Skewer and grill over coals for 10–15 minutes, turning regularly.
3. Serve with flatbread and herbs.
Braised Gazelle with Quince (Braising)
Tender meat with a fruity note
Tender meat with a fruity note
1. Fry meat with onion and garlic.
2. Add quince, spices, and some broth.
3. Braise under lid for about 1.5 hours.
2. Add quince, spices, and some broth.
3. Braise under lid for about 1.5 hours.
Sweet and Sour Gazelle (Pan-frying with sauce)
Eastern-style served with rice
Eastern-style served with rice
1. Fry meat pieces until golden.
2. Add sauce made from soy, sugar, vinegar, and spices.
3. Simmer 10 minutes and serve with boiled rice.
2. Add sauce made from soy, sugar, vinegar, and spices.
3. Simmer 10 minutes and serve with boiled rice.