How to Make Moroccan Beef Tagine at Home (Easy Step-by-Step Guide)

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This Moroccan Beef Tagine is a rich, aromatic stew made with tender beef, dried apricots, and warm spices, slow-cooked to perfection in a traditional clay tagine or Dutch oven. Perfect for a cozy dinner, this dish brings authentic Moroccan flavor to your table with minimal effort and maximum taste.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 2

Rest Time 10

Total Time 2 30

Servings: 4

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Calories: 520

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

800 g beef chuck or stew meat, cut into chunks
2 tbsp olive oil
1 large onion, finely chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp ground ginger
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp turmeric
A pinch of saffron threads optional
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tsp salt
300 ml beef stock or water
100 g dried apricots
50 g blanched almonds
1 tbsp honey
Fresh cilantro for garnish

Method

Marinate: In a large bowl, mix beef chunks with olive oil, garlic, and all the spices. Let it marinate for at least 1 hour or overnight in the fridge for deeper flavor.
Sear: Heat a tagine or heavy pot over medium heat. Add the beef and sear until browned on all sides. Add chopped onions and sauté until soft.
Simmer: Add beef stock, cover, and cook on low heat for 1.5 to 2 hours until meat is tender. Add apricots, almonds, and honey in the last 30 minutes of cooking.
Serve: Let it rest 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with couscous or crusty bread.

Notes

You can substitute prunes or dates for apricots.

For a richer sauce, cook uncovered for the last 15 minutes.

Toast the almonds before adding for extra crunch.