Best 9 Authentic Moroccan Beef Stew Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey to the heart of Morocco with our authentic Moroccan beef stew recipes. Savor the tantalizing flavors of tender beef simmered in a fragrant blend of spices, aromatic vegetables, and rich tomato sauce. Immerse yourself in the vibrant Moroccan cuisine as we present three delightful variations of this classic dish: the traditional Moroccan beef stew, a flavorful version with dried fruits, and a spicy Harira-inspired stew. Each recipe offers a unique taste experience, capturing the essence of Moroccan culinary traditions. Whether you prefer the classic simplicity or crave a burst of sweet and savory flavors, our recipes will guide you in creating an unforgettable Moroccan beef stew that will transport your taste buds to the bustling souks of Marrakech.

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MOROCCAN BEEF STEW



Moroccan Beef Stew image

Provided by Ann Gillespie

Categories     Soup/Stew     Beef     Olive     Onion     Sauté     Quick & Easy     Low Cal     High Fiber     Dinner     Raisin     Chickpea     Carrot     Winter     Healthy     Cilantro     Bon Appétit     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 3/4 pounds beef tenderloin, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 large onion, chopped
1 large carrot, chopped
2 garlic cloves, chopped
1 tablespoon paprika
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
2 cups beef broth
1/2 cup halved pitted Kalamata olives
1/2 cup golden raisins
1 15-ounce can garbanzo beans (chickpeas), drained
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 teaspoon lemon peel

Steps:

  • Heat 2 tablespoons oil in heavy large saucepan over medium-high heat. Sprinkle beef with salt and pepper. Working in batches, add beef to pan and brown on all sides, about 3 minutes per batch. Transfer to plate. Add remaining 1 tablespoon oil, onion, carrot, and garlic to pan. Cook until vegetables are soft, stirring frequently, about 10 minutes. Add spices; stir 1 minute. Add broth, olives, raisins, garbanzo beans, and cilantro; bring to boil. Simmer until juices thicken, about 5 minutes. Add beef and any accumulated juices and lemon peel to pan. Stir to warm through and serve.

BEEF TAGINE (MOROCCAN BEEF STEW)



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Beef Tagine is a popular stew from Morocco with amazing flavors thanks to the earthy and exotic spices.

Provided by GypsyPlate

Categories     Curries and Stews

Time 4h

Number Of Ingredients 25

2 Tbsp oil
1 medium onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
2 tsp ginger, finely chopped
2 Tbsp tomato paste
1 15oz can diced tomatoes
3 cups beef broth
2 tsp Spanish paprika (see note 1)
1 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp turmeric
1.5 tsp coriander
1/2 tsp cumin
2-3 carrots, cut into chunks
1 15oz can garbanzo beans, drained
12-14 dried apricots
6 Tbsp raisins
8-9 baby potatoes, cut into halves
2 to 2.5 lbs chuck roast, cut into chunks
1 tsp salt
1 tsp pepper
1 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp coriander

Steps:

  • Coat beef chunks with all spice rub ingredients.
  • Heat olive oil in a pot over medium high heat and sear the meat for about 10 minutes, till it browns up all side. For this, leave it undisturbed for 5 minutes before flipping.
  • Add in chopped onions and cook till tender, about 6-7 minutes. Next, add chopped ginger and garlic and cook for a couple of minutes. Stir in tomato paste and cook for a few more minutes.
  • Add in diced canned tomatoes, beef broth and remaining spices (paprika, Spanish paprika, cinnamon, turmeric, cumin, coriander). Combine well. Let it come to a boil, then reduce the temperature to medium low. Cover and cook for 45 minutes.
  • Add in carrots and garbanzo beans continue cooking, covered, for 30 minutes.
  • Stir in apricots and raisins and cook with the lid on. Every now and then, stir the pot. If you feel the sauce is getting too thick, add in extra water (I added an extra 1 cup). Cook till meat is tender and melts in your mouth, about another 2 hours, depending on the size of the chunks.
  • Add in potatoes in the last 25 to 30 minutes. Taste and adjust for salt and pepper.

MOROCCAN BEEF STEW



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Make and share this Moroccan Beef Stew recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Lavender Lynn

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 3/4 lbs beef tenderloin, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 large onion, chopped
1 large carrot, chopped
2 garlic cloves, chopped
1 tablespoon paprika
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
2 cups beef broth
1/2 cup kalamata olive, halved pitted
1/2 cup golden raisin
1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans, drained (chickpeas)
1/2 cup cilantro, chopped fresh
1 teaspoon lemon peel

Steps:

  • Heat 2 tablespoons oil in heavy large saucepan over medium-high heat. Sprinkle beef with salt and pepper. Working in batches, add beef to pan and brown on all sides, about 3 minutes per batch. Transfer to plate. Add remaining 1 tablespoon oil, onion, carrot, and garlic to pan. Cook until vegetables are soft, stirring frequently, about 10 minutes. Add spices; stir 1 minute. Add broth, olives, raisins, garbanzo beans, and cilantro; bring to boil. Simmer until juices thicken, about 5 minutes. Add beef and any accumulated juices and lemon peel to pan. Stir to warm through and serve.

MOROCCAN BEEF AND LENTIL STEW



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A flavorful beef and lentil stew inspired by the tastes of Morocco. Great served over rice.

Provided by Kim

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews     Beef

Time 1h35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 23

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 carrot, (7-1/2")s carrots, chopped
1 celery stalk, chopped
1 onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 ½ pounds chuck roast, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon ground black pepper, or to taste
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground ginger
½ teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon ground coriander
¼ teaspoon ground allspice
3 tablespoons tomato paste
4 cups low-sodium beef broth
1 tablespoon molasses
2 leaf (blank)s bay leaves
1 cup dried red lentils
½ cup dried apricots, chopped
½ lemon, juiced

Steps:

  • Heat oil over medium heat in a Dutch oven. Add carrots, celery, and onion; cook until slightly softened, about 3 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add beef. Sprinkle salt, turmeric, onion powder, garlic powder, pepper, cinnamon, ginger, cumin, coriander, and allspice over beef and vegetables. Stir to mix. Continue to cook mixture until beef is browned, stirring occasionally, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in tomato paste until well combined and cook for 1 minute. Add in beef broth, molasses, and bay leaves. Bring stew to a simmer. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook, stirring occasionally, until beef is tender, about 50 minutes.
  • Mix in lentils and dried apricots. Bring stew back to a simmer. Cover and continue to cook on low, stirring occasionally, until lentils soften, about 15 minutes. Remove and discard bay leaves. Adjust salt and pepper to taste, and mix in fresh lemon juice to taste just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 405.6 calories, Carbohydrate 36.9 g, Cholesterol 52.5 mg, Fat 16.7 g, Fiber 7.7 g, Protein 28.6 g, SaturatedFat 5.2 g, Sodium 570.5 mg, Sugar 12.3 g

SLOW-COOKER MOROCCAN BEEF STEW WITH COUSCOUS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 8h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 carrots, thinly sliced on an angle
1/2 large celery root, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks (about 2 cups)
3/4 cup pitted prunes, chopped
1 1/4 pounds beef stew meat
1 tablespoon ras el hanout (Moroccan seasoning)
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 cup couscous
2 teaspoons harissa paste, plus more for serving
Fresh cilantro, for topping

Steps:

  • Stir the carrots, celery root and 1/2 cup prunes in a 6- to 8-quart slow cooker. Toss the beef with the ras el hanout, 1 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a large bowl. Arrange on top of the vegetables. Whisk the chicken broth and tomato paste in a small bowl or liquid measuring cup and pour over the meat and vegetables. Cover and cook on low until the meat is tender, 7 to 8 hours.
  • About 15 minutes before serving, cook the couscous as the label directs.
  • Skim the fat off the top of the stew with a ladle and discard. Stir in the harissa and season with salt and pepper. Divide the couscous and stew among bowls. Top with the remaining 1/4 cup prunes and cilantro; serve with more harissa.

SPICY BEEF STEW WITH MOROCCAN SPICE RUB



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The flavor for this recipe comes mainly from the spice rub I put on the meat at the start. The spices and their aromas just get locked into the beef and release during the stewing so each bite is really well flavored. I used a spice mix commonly used in Middle Eastern and Moroccan cooking called ras el hanout. The sauce is tart from the tomatoes and sweet from the pumpkin, carrots, and parsnips and has a heady aroma from the spices. Ladle into your favorite soup bowl and slurp away. This is hearty enough on its own so I usually don't serve any bread with it.

Provided by Vidya

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews     Beef

Time 2h20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 pound beef stew meat, cut into 2-inch pieces
1 tablespoon ras el hanout, or more to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 leek, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced crosswise
1 small onion, cut in half and thinly sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tomato, diced
1 cup diced pumpkin
2 tablespoons tomato paste, or more to taste
1 cup rose wine
2 cups beef stock
2 sprigs fresh rosemary
1 sprig fresh mint
1 bay leaf
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 parsnip, halved lengthwise and thickly sliced
1 carrot, halved lengthwise and thickly sliced
2 teaspoons lemon juice, or to taste
2 teaspoons white sugar, or to taste

Steps:

  • Place beef in a large bowl. Add ras el hanout and rub until beef is completely coated. Let sit for 15 minutes.
  • Heat oil in a stew pot over high heat until shimmering. Add meat, making sure it's not overcrowded, and sear to seal in the juices, stirring occasionally, until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes. Transfer meat to a plate.
  • Reduce heat to medium and add leek and onion to the pot. Saute until leeks turn golden and translucent, 3 to 4 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add tomatoes and saute until they begin to soften, 2 to 3 minutes. Add cooked meat back to the pot, along with diced pumpkin and tomato paste. Cook and stir for 2 minutes.
  • Pour wine into the pot and bring to a boil while scraping the browned bits off the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon. Cook until wine reduces by half, 2 to 3 minutes. Add beef stock, rosemary, mint, bay leaf, salt, and pepper and return to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 40 minutes.
  • Add parsnip and carrot, cover, and simmer until beef is tender, about 40 minutes longer. Taste sauce and add lemon juice and sugar, if needed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 430 calories, Carbohydrate 24 g, Cholesterol 62.5 mg, Fat 23.2 g, Fiber 4.7 g, Protein 23 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 218.1 mg, Sugar 10.1 g

MOROCCAN APPLE BEEF STEW



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I love the mix of sweet and savory flavors in this stew. It's the perfect blend of adventurous and comforting, and makes a fun dish to share with guests. -Trisha Kruse, Eagle, Idaho

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h20m

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 14

1-1/4 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
2-1/2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 to 3 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion, chopped (about 2 cups)
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) beef broth
1 cup pitted dried plums (prunes), coarsely chopped
1 tablespoon honey
2 medium Fuji or Gala apples, peeled and cut into 1-1/2-inch pieces
Hot cooked rice or couscous, optional

Steps:

  • Mix salt, cinnamon, pepper and allspice; sprinkle over beef and toss to coat. In a Dutch oven, heat 2 tablespoons oil over medium heat. , Brown beef in batches, adding more oil as necessary. Remove beef with a slotted spoon., Add onion to same pan; cook and stir until tender, 6-8 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in tomato sauce, broth, dried plums and honey. Return beef to pan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 1-1/2 hours. , Add apples; cook, covered, until beef and apples are tender, 30-45 minutes longer. Skim fat. If desired, serve stew with rice or couscous. Freeze option: Freeze cooled stew in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally and adding a little broth if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 339 calories, Fat 13g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 88mg cholesterol, Sodium 905mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

MOROCCAN STYLE BEEF STEW



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Not the same old beef stew. This one is made with ground beef and chickpeas instead of stew beef and potatoes.

Provided by threeovens

Categories     Stew

Time 35m

Yield 6 , 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

6 ounces orzo pasta (about 1 cup)
1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 lb ground beef
1/3 cup currants or 1/3 cup raisins
1/3 cup kalamata olive, cut in half
1 cup orange juice
1 cup red wine
2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans diced tomatoes

Steps:

  • Cook orzo according to package directions or boil in lightly salted water 7 minutes until al dente; add drained chickpeas and drain all in a colander.
  • In a large skillet, heat oil over medium high heat; add onion and garlic and cook about 3 minutes while stirring.
  • Season with cumin, oregano, cinnamon, and salt.
  • Add beef and cook 3 to 4 minutes, while stirring and breaking up meat.
  • Add currants, olives, orange juice, red wine, and tomatoes; simmer 8 minutes.
  • Stir in pasta and chickpeas.

MOROCCAN STEW



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Fragrant cinnamon, cumin and coriander give this hearty meatless medley from Rita Reinke of Wauwatosa, Wisconsin its exotic Moroccan flavor.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 cups cauliflowerets
3 medium carrots, cut into 2-inch julienned strips
1 medium onion, quartered and thinly sliced
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 cup sliced zucchini
1/2 cup water
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
Hot cooked rice, optional

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet, saute the cauliflower, carrots and onion in oil for 10 minutes. Add the zucchini, water, cumin, salt, coriander, cinnamon, cayenne and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5 minutes. Stir in garbanzo beans and tomatoes; simmer 5 minutes longer. Serve over rice if desired.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use high-quality beef chuck roast or stew meat. Grass-fed or organic beef is a great option.
  • Use a heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven to cook the stew. This will help distribute the heat evenly and prevent the stew from burning.
  • Sauté the beef in olive oil before adding it to the pot. This will help brown the beef and develop its flavor.
  • Use a variety of spices to flavor the stew. Moroccan cuisine is known for its use of flavorful spices, such as cumin, coriander, paprika, and ginger. Feel free to adjust the amount of spices to your liking.
  • Add vegetables to the stew for added flavor and nutrition. Carrots, potatoes, and tomatoes are all popular choices.
  • Simmer the stew for at least 1 hour, or until the beef is tender. The longer you simmer the stew, the more flavorful it will be.
  • Serve the stew over rice or couscous. You can also add a dollop of yogurt or sour cream to each bowl.

Conclusion:

Moroccan beef stew is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also relatively easy to make, and it can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a delicious and comforting meal, give this Moroccan beef stew a try.

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