Mastering the Moroccan Tagine

Building the Flavor Base

Sauté onions, garlic, and spices to enhance the aroma.

Browning the Beef

Locks in juices and creates a deep, meaty flavor.

Slow Simmering

Gently cooking over time to develop rich flavors.

Adding the Sweet & Savory Touch

Incorporating dried fruits, nuts, and honey for a signature taste.

Pro Tips for the Perfect Moroccan Tagine

For an authentic taste, cook in a traditional tagine over low heat.

Use lamb instead of beef for a different take on the dish.

Soak dried fruits in warm water for 10 minutes before adding to soften them.

Serve with Moroccan mint tea for a complete experience.

Moroccan Spiced Beef Tagine

Name: Moroccan Spiced Beef Tagine
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 2 h 30 min
Total time: 2 h 50 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Moroccan
Ingredients: 2 lbs beef chuck, cut into cubes; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 large onion, finely chopped; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric; 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional); Salt and black pepper to taste; 1 large tomato, grated; 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 2 cups beef broth or water; 1/2 cup dried apricots, chopped; 1/4 cup raisins or dates, chopped; 1/2 cup almonds, toasted; 1 cinnamon stick; 1 tablespoon honey; 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped; 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped; 1 preserved lemon, quartered (optional); 1/4 cup green olives (optional)

A rich and aromatic Moroccan beef tagine slow-cooked with warm spices, dried fruits, and tender beef for an authentic North African experience.

Prep Time

20 Minutes

Cook Time

2H30 Minutes

Total Time

2H50 Minutes

Chef

JUE

Ingredients

Custard Cream

2 lbs beef chuck, cut into cubes

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 large onion, finely chopped

4 cloves garlic, minced

1 teaspoon ground cumin

1 teaspoon ground coriander

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1 teaspoon paprika

1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric

1/2 teaspoon ground ginger

1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)

Salt and black pepper to taste

1 large tomato, grated

2 tablespoons tomato paste

2 cups beef broth or water

1/2 cup dried apricots, chopped

1/4 cup raisins or dates, chopped

1/2 cup almonds, toasted

1 cinnamon stick

1 tablespoon honey

2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped

2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

1 preserved lemon, quartered (optional)

1/4 cup green olives (optional)

Instructions

Heat olive oil in a large tagine or heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat.

Add onions and cook until soft and golden, about 5 minutes.

Stir in garlic, cumin, coriander, cinnamon, paprika, turmeric, ginger, cayenne, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Add beef cubes and brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

Mix in grated tomato and tomato paste, stirring well.

Pour in beef broth, add the cinnamon stick, and bring to a gentle simmer.

Cover and cook on low heat for about 1.5 to 2 hours, stirring occasionally, until the beef is tender.

Add dried apricots, raisins, honey, almonds, preserved lemon, and olives (if using). Cook for another 20-30 minutes until the flavors meld.

Garnish with fresh cilantro and parsley. Serve hot with couscous or crusty bread.

Moroccan Spiced Beef Tagine

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Mastering the Moroccan Tagine

Moroccan Spiced Beef Tagine

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