Best 5 North African Beef Stew Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey to North Africa with this tantalizing beef stew, a symphony of flavors that will transport your taste buds to vibrant souks and bustling marketplaces. This hearty and comforting dish, also known as tagine, is a staple in North African cuisine, enjoyed in homes and restaurants across the region.

In this article, we present a collection of North African beef stew recipes that capture the essence of this culinary treasure. Each recipe offers a unique blend of spices, herbs, and ingredients, showcasing the diverse culinary traditions of Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, and beyond.

From the classic Moroccan beef tagine, slow-cooked in a traditional tagine pot, to the Algerian version featuring tender beef simmered in a rich tomato-based sauce, our recipes cater to a range of tastes and preferences. We also include a Tunisian variation that incorporates flavorful harissa paste, adding a spicy kick to the stew.

For those seeking a vegetarian option, we have included a meatless tagine recipe that combines colorful vegetables, chickpeas, and aromatic spices, creating a hearty and satisfying dish. Additionally, we provide a step-by-step guide to making homemade couscous, the perfect accompaniment to soak up the delicious stew juices.

Whether you're a seasoned cook or a novice in the kitchen, our North African beef stew recipes will guide you through the process of creating this flavorful and authentic dish. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and let's embark on a culinary adventure to North Africa!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

NORTH AFRICAN BEEF-AND-CARROT STEW WITH MINT



North African Beef-and-Carrot Stew with Mint image

Talk about fast and flavorful; this recipe pairs beef (we're talking sirloin here), with it's old pal carrots but gives them a new spin with cinnamon, cayenne, and fresh mint. Plus it takes just 35 minutes to make.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Beef Recipes

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/4 pounds boneless sirloin steak, cut into 1 1/4-inch pieces
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for serving
1 medium onion, coarsely chopped (about 2 cups)
5 medium carrots, cut on the bias into 2-inch pieces
1/4 cup tomato paste
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, sliced if large, for serving
Steamed couscous, for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • Season sirloin with salt and pepper. Heat a large, wide shallow pan over medium-high heat. Swirl in 1 tablespoon oil, add steak in a single layer, and cook, turning a few times, until browned and medium-rare, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
  • Add remaining 1 tablespoon oil to pan and cook vegetables, stirring occasionally, until onion is golden in places, about 5 minutes. Stir in tomato paste and cook 1 minute. Add spices and cook until fragrant, 15 seconds. Add broth; bring to a simmer. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer until carrots are crisp-tender, about 10 minutes. Return sirloin and any accumulated juices to pan; cook until warmed through, about 1 minute. Remove from heat. Season with salt and pepper; sprinkle with mint. Serve over couscous.

NORTH AFRICAN BEEF STEW



North African Beef Stew image

This is a really easy and filling stew that is great in the winter.

Provided by CICOYLE

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews     Beef

Time 2h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 ¼ pounds beef stew meat, cut into 3/4-inch cubes
2 onions, roughly chopped
2 cloves garlic, chopped
2 tablespoons harissa
salt and ground black pepper to taste
water to cover
2 potatoes, chopped
1 (14.5 ounce) can chopped tomatoes

Steps:

  • Cook and stir beef in a stockpot over medium heat until browned, 5 to 7 minutes. Add onions and garlic; cook and stir until onions are softened, 5 to 10 minutes. Stir harissa into beef mixture until coated; cook and stir for 2 minutes more. Season beef mixture with salt and pepper.
  • Pour enough water over beef to completely cover ingredients and bring to a boil. Add potatoes and tomatoes to stew; reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until beef and potatoes are tender, 2 to 3 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 426.6 calories, Carbohydrate 22.8 g, Cholesterol 93.9 mg, Fat 23.4 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 30.5 g, SaturatedFat 9.2 g, Sodium 224 mg, Sugar 5.4 g

NIGERIAN BEEF STEW RECIPE BY TASTY



Nigerian Beef Stew Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: plum tomatoes, red bell peppers, red onion, red onion, habanero peppers, garlic, tomato paste, salt, black pepper, water, vegetable oil, flank steak, fresh rosemary, paprika, curry powder, beef bouillon, bay leaf, white rice, fried plantain, scallion, fresh parsley

Provided by Betsy Carter

Categories     Dinner

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

5 plum tomatoes, chopped, divided
2 red bell peppers, chopped
½ red onion, chopped
½ red onion, sliced
2 habanero peppers, chopped
6 cloves garlic
12 oz tomato paste
1 tablespoon salt, plus 1 teaspoon salt, divided
1 ½ teaspoons black pepper, divided
½ cup water
1 cup vegetable oil
1 ½ lb flank steak, cut into strips
1 teaspoon fresh rosemary
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon curry powder
2 cubes beef bouillon
1 bay leaf
white rice, cooked, for serving
fried plantain, for serving
scallion, for serving
fresh parsley, for serving

Steps:

  • In a food processor or blender, combine 4 chopped plum tomatoes, red bell peppers, chopped red onion, habanero peppers, garlic cloves, tomato paste, 1 tablespoon salt, 1 teaspoon pepper, and water. Puree until smooth.
  • Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
  • Add the remaining tomato, sliced onion, remaining salt, and remaining pepper. Sauté until fragrant.
  • Add steak, rosemary, paprika, curry powder, and bullion cubes. Cook until the steak is golden brown and cooked through, about 10 minutes.
  • Add the blended tomato and pepper mixture and the bay leaf.
  • Bring to a boil over high heat. Cover and simmer at low heat for 20 minutes, until the stew has thickened.
  • Fish out the bay leaf.
  • Remove stew from heat and let sit 10 minutes.
  • Serve with white rice and fried plantains. Garnish with scallions and parsley, if desired.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 750 calories, Carbohydrate 54 grams, Fat 46 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 25 grams, Sugar 21 grams

NORTH AFRICAN BEAN STEW WITH BARLEY AND WINTER SQUASH



North African Bean Stew With Barley and Winter Squash image

This warming, highly spiced stew is rich in beans, grains and chunks of sweet winter squash. Feel free to substitute other grains for the barley. Farro works particularly well. If you'd prefer something soupier, thin it with a little broth or water before serving.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     soups and stews, main course, side dish

Time 1h45m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil, more for serving
2 leeks, white and green parts, diced
1 bunch cilantro, leaves and stems separated
1 cup finely diced fennel, fronds reserved (1/2 large fennel bulb)
3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
2 1/2 tablespoons baharat (see note)
1/2 cinnamon stick
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 quarts chicken or vegetable broth
1/2 cup pearled barley
2 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, more as needed
Large pinch saffron, crumbled (optional)
4 cups cooked beans or chickpeas
2 cups peeled and diced butternut squash (1 small squash)
3/4 cup peeled and diced turnip (1 medium)
1/2 cup red lentils
Plain yogurt, for serving
Aleppo pepper or hot paprika, for serving

Steps:

  • In a large pot over medium heat, heat oil and cook leeks until they begin to brown, 10 to 12 minutes.
  • Finely chop cilantro stems. Stir into pot, along with diced fennel and garlic. Cook for 2 minutes. Stir in baharat, cinnamon and tomato paste, and cook until paste begins to caramelize, about 2 minutes.
  • Stir in broth, 3 cups water, the barley and the salt. Bring to a gentle boil, stir in saffron, if using, and reduce heat to medium. Simmer uncovered for 40 minutes. Stir in beans, squash, turnip and lentils; cook until barley is tender, about another 20 to 30 minutes. Taste and adjust seasonings, if desired. Remove cinnamon stick.
  • Ladle stew into bowls. Spoon a dollop of yogurt on top and drizzle with olive oil. Garnish with cilantro leaves, fennel fronds and Aleppo pepper or paprika.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 181, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 25 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 546 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams

AFRICAN STEW



African Stew image

Peanuts are an important part of many African cuisines. Combined with sweet potatoes, chickpeas, and kale, they give this stew a power punch of nutrients and great flavor. Serve with rice or bread and a salad.

Provided by Larry Benish

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews

Time 1h15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon vegetable oil, or as needed
4 cups vegetable stock, divided
1 onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups peeled and diced sweet potatoes
1 cup chickpeas, drained
1 cup uncooked brown rice
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ cup peanut butter
2 cups chopped kale, stems removed
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce, or to taste

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add 2 tablespoons vegetable stock, onion, and garlic. Cook and stir until onion is soft, 3 to 5 minutes. Add remaining stock, sweet potatoes, chickpeas, brown rice, and salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and cover the stew. Simmer until sweet potatoes and rice are tender, about 45 minutes.
  • Combine peanut butter with 1/2 cup of the liquid from the stew. Stir into a smooth paste.
  • Add the peanut butter mixture and kale to the stew. Cook until kale is wilted, about 5 minutes. Stir in lemon juice, soy sauce, and hot pepper sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 482.8 calories, Carbohydrate 77.6 g, Fat 14.4 g, Fiber 9.1 g, Protein 14.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 983.9 mg, Sugar 7.4 g

Tips:

  • For a richer stew, use bone-in beef shank or chuck roast.
  • Brown the beef in batches to prevent the meat from steaming and to get a nice sear.
  • Use a variety of vegetables to add flavor and color to the stew. Carrots, celery, onions, and potatoes are all good choices.
  • Add a tablespoon of tomato paste to the stew for a richer flavor.
  • Season the stew with salt, pepper, cumin, paprika, and cayenne pepper to taste.
  • Simmer the stew for at least 1 hour, or until the beef is tender and the vegetables are cooked through.
  • Serve the stew over rice, couscous, or mashed potatoes.

Conclusion:

This North African beef stew is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. The beef is cooked until it is tender and fall-apart, and the vegetables are cooked through but still have a slight bite to them. The stew is seasoned with a variety of spices, including cumin, paprika, and cayenne pepper, which give it a warm and slightly spicy flavor. This stew is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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