Best 9 Authentic Moroccan Beef Stew Recipes

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Prepare to embark on a tantalizing culinary journey as we discover the secrets of creating an authentic Moroccan beef stew. Immerse yourself in the vibrant flavors of North Africa, where aromatic spices dance harmoniously with succulent beef, tender vegetables, and rich broth. Experience the magic of a traditional Moroccan tagine, a majestic vessel that transforms ordinary ingredients into a symphony of flavors. Let's unravel the culinary tapestry of this beloved Moroccan dish, exploring the intricate balance of spices, the perfect cooking techniques, and the cultural significance that makes it a cornerstone of Moroccan cuisine. Join us as we delve into the art of crafting an authentic Moroccan beef stew, a dish that will transport your taste buds to the bustling souks and vibrant medinas of Morocco.

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

MOROCCAN BEEF STEW



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Moroccan Beef Stew is hearty, flavorful and perfect for a chilly night! It's perfect slowly simmered on the stovetop, in the oven or pressure cooker.

Provided by By: Carol | From A Chef's Kitchen

Categories     Soups and Stews

Time 2h

Number Of Ingredients 27

1 (2-pound) chuck roast (trimmed and cubed into approximately 1-inch cubes)
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 stalks celery (chopped)
1 medium onion (chopped)
2 large carrots (sliced)
4 cloves garlic (sliced)
2 cups beef broth
3 small plum tomatoes (coarsely chopped)
1 cup dried apricots (coarsely chopped)
Celery leaves (for garnish)
2 dried chipotle peppers
4 dried New Mexico chili peppers
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
4 cloves garlic
1/4 cup olive oil
1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
Salt (to taste)

Steps:

  • Combine flour, salt and pepper on a plate and dredge beef pieces.
  • Heat olive oil over medium-high heat in a Dutch oven and brown beef evenly in batches. Pour off excess drippings.
  • Combine the paprika, coriander, turmeric, cumin, ginger and cayenne and sprinkle over beef. Add the celery, onion, carrot, garlic and beef broth.
  • Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover and cook 1 1/4 hours to 1 1/2 hours. Alternately, combine the ingredients in an electric pressure cooker and cook on high for 22 minutes.
  • Add the apricots and tomatoes and cook an additional 15 minutes on the stovetop or 1 more minute on high in the pressure cooker.
  • Garnish with celery sprigs and serve with harissa.
  • Place peppers in a small saucepan with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil. Turn off heat and let stand 20 minutes.
  • Remove stems and seeds and transfer to a food processor or blender.
  • Combine cumin and coriander in a dry, nonstick skillet and toast briefly until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  • Add to the peppers along with garlic, olive oil and red wine vinegar. Blend to a smooth paste. Season to taste with salt. Serve with stew.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1, Calories 358 kcal, Carbohydrate 40 g, Protein 5 g, Fat 22 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 1 mg, Sodium 1664 mg, Fiber 7 g, Sugar 24 g, UnsaturatedFat 18 g

MOROCCAN BEEF STEW



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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.

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 BRAISED BEEF



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Curry powder is a blend of up to 20 spices, herbs and seeds. Add a pinch of curry to your favorite soups, stews, salads and even rice for an exotic flavor. In this Moroccan stew, begin with 2 teaspoons of curry, then add more to your taste. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 7h20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/3 cup all-purpose flour
2 pounds boneless beef chuck roast, cut into 1-inch cubes
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) beef broth
2 cups chopped onions
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 cup dry red wine
1 tablespoon curry powder
1 tablespoon paprika
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1-1/2 cups golden raisins
Hot cooked couscous, optional

Steps:

  • Place flour in a large shallow dish; add beef and turn to coat. In a large skillet, brown beef in oil. Transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker. Stir in the broth, onions, tomatoes, wine and seasonings. Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours or until the meat is tender. , During the last 30 minutes of cooking, stir in the raisins. Serve with couscous if desired. Freeze option: Freeze cooled beef mixture in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally; add broth if necessary. Serve as directed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 533 calories, Fat 22g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 98mg cholesterol, Sodium 620mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (30g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 34g 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 :

CARA'S MOROCCAN STEW



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Lentils, chick peas, and veggies in a highly aromatic stew. This is a delicious and hearty recipe that is worth the effort. I make this ahead of time for the week to come and it is always a hit. Optional garnishes are yogurt, fresh mint, and cayenne pepper.

Provided by Cara Lewis-Watts

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews

Time 1h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 25

1 cup French green lentils
3 bay leaves
2 whole garlic cloves
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme leaves
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon crushed hot chile flakes
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 cup chopped onions
1 cup chopped celery
1 cup chopped zucchini
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 yellow bell pepper, diced
1 butternut squash - peeled, seeded, and cut into 1-inch cubes
1 (8 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas, drained
4 cups vegetable stock
1 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
½ cup plain yogurt
2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Fill a large pot with water and bring to a boil over high heat. Stir in the lentils, bay leaves, and whole garlic cloves. Return to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer lentils until they are cooked but still firm, about 10 minutes. Drain well. Place lentils in a bowl; toss with olive oil, thyme, and 1 tablespoon chopped garlic. Remove bay leaves and whole garlic cloves; set aside.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive in a large pot over medium heat. Stir in chili flakes, cinnamon, cumin, and coriander and cook until fragrant. Add garlic, onion, celery, zucchini, red and yellow peppers, and squash; cook 3 or 4 minutes.
  • Mix in the lentils, tomatoes, chickpeas, and vegetable stock. Raise heat to medium-high until stew just begins to boil; reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer until squash is tender, about 20 minutes, stirring once or twice. Add the chopped parsley. Ladle into serving bowls and garnish with a dollop of yogurt, some chopped mint, and a pinch of cayenne pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 302.9 calories, Carbohydrate 49.7 g, Cholesterol 0.9 mg, Fat 8.4 g, Fiber 12 g, Protein 11.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 414 mg, Sugar 10.2 g

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

MOROCCAN VEGETABLE STEW



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This warming one-pot stew is packed with nourishing ingredients like fibre-full chickpeas and iron-rich lentils

Provided by Justine Pattison

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 tbsp cold-pressed rapeseed oil
1 medium onion, peeled and finely sliced
2 thin leeks, trimmed and cut into thick slices
2 large garlic cloves, peeled and finely sliced
2 tsp ground coriander
2 tsp ground cumin
½ tsp dried chilli flakes
¼ tsp ground cinnamon
400g can of chopped tomatoes
1 red pepper, deseeded and cut into chunks
1 yellow pepper, deseeded and cut into chunks
400g can of chickpeas, drained and rinsed
100g dried split red lentils
375g sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
juice 1 large orange plus peel, thickly sliced with a vegetable peeler
50g mixed nuts, such as brazils, hazelnuts, pecans and walnuts, toasted and roughly chopped
½ small pack coriander, roughly chopped, to serve
full-fat natural bio-yogurt, to serve (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large flameproof casserole or saucepan and gently fry the onion and leeks for 10-15 mins until well softened, stirring occasionally. Add the garlic and cook for 2 mins more.
  • Stir in the ground coriander, cumin, chilli and cinnamon. Cook for 2 mins, stirring occasionally. Season with plenty of ground black pepper. Add the chopped tomatoes, peppers, chickpeas, lentils, sweet potatoes, orange peel and juice, half the nuts and 400ml/14fl oz water and bring to a simmer. Cook for 15 mins, adding a splash of water if the stew looks too dry, and stir occasionally until the potatoes are softened but not breaking apart.
  • Remove the pan from the heat and ladle the stew into bowls. Scatter with coriander and the remaining nuts and top with yogurt, if using.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 482 calories, Fat 14 grams fat, SaturatedFat 2 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 63 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 26 grams sugar, Fiber 15 grams fiber, Protein 18 grams protein, Sodium 0.6 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • Choose the right cut of beef: A tougher cut of beef, such as chuck roast or brisket, is best for stewing because it will become tender as it cooks.
  • Brown the beef before stewing: Browning the beef adds flavor and helps to develop a rich color in the stew.
  • Use a variety of spices: Moroccan beef stew typically includes a variety of spices, such as cumin, coriander, paprika, and turmeric. These spices give the stew a warm and flavorful taste.
  • Add vegetables and dried fruit: Vegetables, such as carrots, potatoes, and turnips, and dried fruit, such as raisins or apricots, add sweetness and texture to the stew.
  • Simmer the stew for a long time: The longer the stew simmers, the more tender the beef will become and the more flavorful the stew will be.
  • Serve the stew with couscous or rice: Couscous or rice is a traditional accompaniment to Moroccan beef stew.

Conclusion:

Moroccan beef stew is a delicious and hearty dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. The beef is tender and flavorful, and the vegetables and dried fruit add sweetness and texture. The stew is also very easy to make, and it can be tailored to your own taste preferences. If you are looking for a new and exciting recipe to try, Moroccan beef stew is a great option.

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