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Khlii

خليع

spiced beef strips sun-dried then confited in fat and kept in jars

Morocco Charcuterie & cured One for the adventurous

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Drawn, not photographed Updated September 2026
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History

A pre-refrigeration way to keep the Eid al-Adha meat: strips are marinated, dried on Fez and Meknes rooftops, then sealed under their own fat.

Frequently asked questions

What is Khlii?

Khlii is a charcuterie & cured from Morocco: spiced beef strips sun-dried then confited in fat and kept in jars. A pre-refrigeration way to keep the Eid al-Adha meat: strips are marinated, dried on Fez and Meknes rooftops, then sealed under their own fat.

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beefspices

Cooked

driedcured

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