Description
This Moroccan-inspired beef stew with apricots and raisins is a rich and flavorful dish that combines warm spices with tender beef, creating a savory yet slightly sweet meal that is perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Beef Stew:
- 3 lbs Beef chuck roast, cut into 2-inch cubes
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 large Onion, chopped
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 inch Ginger, grated
- 1 tsp Ground cumin
- 1 tsp Ground coriander
- 1/2 tsp Turmeric powder
- 1/4 tsp Cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp Cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
- 1 (14.5 oz) can Diced tomatoes, undrained
- 4 cups Beef broth
- 1 cup Dried apricots, halved
- 1/2 cup Raisins
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
For Serving:
- Cooked couscous
- 1/4 cup Chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish
- 1/4 cup Sliced almonds, toasted, for garnish (optional)
- 1 Lemon, cut into wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Brown the Beef: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Brown the beef cubes in batches, then set aside.
- Saute Aromatics: In the same pot, sauté onion until softened. Add garlic and ginger, cook until fragrant.
- Add Spices: Stir in cumin, coriander, turmeric, cinnamon, and cayenne pepper. Toast for a minute.
- Cook Stew: Add tomatoes, beef, broth, apricots, and raisins. Simmer covered for 1.5-2 hours.
- Season and Serve: Adjust seasoning, serve stew over couscous. Garnish with cilantro, almonds, and lemon wedges.
Notes
- For a spicier stew, increase cayenne pepper or add fresh chilies.
- Vegetarian option: Use vegetables and vegetable broth.
- Nut-free version: Omit toasted almonds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Stew
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Moroccan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
