Specialities · 3 min read
Pastilla: crisp pastry, spices and sharing.
Layers of pastry, a fragrant filling and the sweet-savoury contrast that invites another bite.
Pastilla first catches the eye with its golden crust. Once cut, the layers of pastry reveal a fragrant filling. In our chicken version, almonds and cinnamon complement the flavours of the slow-cooked meat.
One speciality, several traditions
Morocco’s National Tourist Office presents pastilla among the country’s specialities and mentions versions made with fish, pigeon or chicken. Recipes vary according to the filling and occasion. Explore Moroccan food on the Tourist Office website.
This variety makes it useful to say which pastilla you mean. At Le Délice d’Amal, discover our chicken pastilla with almonds and cinnamon.
What to notice when tasting it
Much of the pleasure comes from the contrast between the crisp outer layers and the tender filling. Sweetness accompanies the savoury ingredients without turning the pastilla into a dessert.
If you are taking it away, ask the kitchen how best to preserve its texture until you are ready to eat.
An individual portion or a shared table?
The current price and individual portion appear on the restaurant menu. For a pastilla to share, tell us how many adults and children are attending, where the dish fits within the meal and when it will be served.
The size, lead time and price are agreed with the kitchen before preparation. The pastry and almonds may be relevant to allergies, so please tell us what you need before confirming.
Your questions
Is your pastilla sweet or savoury?
It is a sweet-savoury chicken dish with almonds and cinnamon.
How can I order pastilla for a group?
Include your date and number of guests in a catering enquiry. The kitchen will suggest an appropriate size and price.