Description
Moroccan Beef Tagine with Apricots is a delightful dish that brings together rich flavors and aromatic spices, representing the heart of Moroccan hospitality.
Ingredients
- Beef: 1 kg (2.2 lbs) of beef chuck or stew meat, cut into 2-inch chunks.
- Olive Oil: 2 tablespoons.
- Onion: 1 large onion, finely chopped.
- Garlic: 3 cloves, minced.
- Spices: Ground cumin, coriander, cinnamon, ginger, paprika, and cayenne pepper.
- Diced Tomatoes: 1 can (400g), drained.
- Beef Broth: 2 cups.
- Dried Apricots: 200g (about 1 cup), halved.
- Carrots: 2 medium, sliced.
- Red Bell Pepper: 1, chopped.
- Chickpeas: 1 can (400g), drained and rinsed.
- Salt and Pepper: To taste.
- Cilantro: Fresh, for garnish.
- Couscous or Rice: For serving.
Instructions
- Gather all your ingredients and prepare them.
- In a large tagine or heavy-bottomed pot, heat olive oil and brown the beef chunks.
- Add chopped onion and sauté until soft, then add minced garlic.
- Add spices and toast for 2 minutes, then return the beef to the pot.
- Add diced tomatoes, beef broth, apricots, carrots, and bell pepper, and stir well.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours.
- In the last 15 minutes, stir in chickpeas and adjust seasoning.
- Garnish with cilantro and serve with couscous or rice.
Notes
- Marinate the beef for deeper flavor.
- Use fresh spices for better taste.
- Brown the meat well for rich flavor.
- Layer flavors by adding ingredients in stages.
- Keep the heat low during simmering.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Moroccan, Beef, Tagine, Apricots, Stew, Slow Cooking