Moroccan Beef Tagine (Beef Stew with Tomatoes & Onions)
Introduction
Beef tagine is an iconic Moroccan dish that is slow-cooked to achieve tender and flavorful meat. This beef stew with tomatoes and onions, enriched with aromatic spices, will delight your taste buds. Serve it with bread or couscous for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
- 600 g beef (shoulder or neck), cut into chunks
- 2 onions, sliced
- 3 tomatoes, peeled and diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 500 ml beef broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh coriander for garnish
Prep Time
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Preparation
- In a tagine or large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onions and garlic, and sauté until translucent.
- Add the beef chunks and brown on all sides.
- Stir in the tomatoes, ginger, cumin, cinnamon, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well to coat the meat with the spices.
- Pour in the beef broth, cover, and let simmer on low heat for about 1 hour and 30 minutes, until the meat is tender.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh coriander.
Closing Note
This tagine tastes even better the next day when the flavors have melded together. Pair it with Moroccan bread to savor every drop of sauce! 🍖
