Best 7 Moroccan Tajine For The Crock Pot Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey to the vibrant heart of Morocco with this guide to preparing an authentic and delectable Moroccan tajine in the comfort of your own crock pot. Discover the secrets of this traditional North African dish, characterized by its aromatic blend of spices, tender meats, and savory vegetables, slowly simmered to perfection in a traditional tajine pot or a modern crock pot. From selecting the right cuts of meat and vegetables to mastering the art of layering and seasoning, this article provides a comprehensive guide to creating a Moroccan tajine that will tantalize your taste buds and transport you to the bustling souks and vibrant streets of Morocco.

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SLOW-COOKER MOROCCAN BEEF TAGINE



Slow-Cooker Moroccan Beef Tagine image

Want to try a Moroccan-style tagine without buying an earthenware tagine pot? You're in luck! A slow cooker does a fine job of braising North African-seasoned chuck roast into a tender beef dinner.

Provided by Tablespoon Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 7h40m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 boneless beef chuck roast (2 to 2 1/2 lb), trimmed
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon butter
1 can (14.5 oz) Muir Glen™ organic fire roasted diced tomatoes, undrained
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon spicy harissa paste
1 tablespoon ras el hanout (Moroccan seasoning blend)
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
4 small carrots, peeled and cut in 2-inch pieces
1 cup thinly sliced yellow onion
1/4 cup chopped pitted dates
3 cloves garlic, chopped
2 cups uncooked couscous (from 10-oz package)
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves
1 cup crumbled feta cheese, if desired

Steps:

  • Spray 5-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. Rub beef with salt. In 12-inch skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat. Cook beef in butter 3 to 5 minutes on each side or until browned. Transfer beef to slow cooker.
  • In large bowl, mix tomatoes, honey, harissa, ras el hanout and cinnamon. Stir in carrots, onion, dates and garlic. Pour mixture over beef in slow cooker. Cover; cook on Low heat setting 7 to 9 hours or until beef is tender.
  • Carefully transfer beef to cutting board; let stand about 5 minutes or until cool enough to handle. Shred beef, discarding any pieces of fat and cartilage. Stir into sauce in slow cooker.
  • Meanwhile, make couscous as directed on package (do not add salt or butter). Serve beef mixture over couscous. Top with cilantro and feta cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340, Carbohydrate 39 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 3 g, Protein 22 g, SaturatedFat 4 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 890 mg, Sugar 9 g, TransFat 0 g

SLOW COOKER CHICKEN TAGINE



Slow Cooker Chicken Tagine image

Easy slow cooker recipe for a classic Moroccan dish.

Provided by Holly Combs

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Thigh Recipes

Time 5h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 18

8 skinless, boneless chicken thighs
2 large onions, thinly sliced
4 large carrots, thinly sliced
½ cup raisins
½ cup dried apricots, chopped
2 cups chicken broth
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons garlic salt
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 ½ teaspoons ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon Hungarian paprika
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
3 cups water
2 cups couscous
1 tablespoon butter

Steps:

  • Layer chicken thighs, onions, carrots, raisins, and apricots in a slow cooker.
  • Whisk chicken broth, tomato paste, lemon juice, flour, garlic salt, cumin, ginger, cinnamon, paprika, and pepper together in a bowl. Pour over chicken and vegetables.
  • Cook on High 4 1/2 hours or on Low for 7 1/2 hours. Shred chicken slightly using 2 forks. Continue cooking 30 minutes.
  • Bring 3 cups water to a boil in a saucepan; remove from heat and stir in couscous and butter. Cover saucepan and let stand until water is absorbed completely, 5 to 10 minutes. Fluff couscous with a fork. Serve chicken tagine over couscous.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 419.2 calories, Carbohydrate 56.5 g, Cholesterol 73.1 mg, Fat 9.7 g, Fiber 5.4 g, Protein 26.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 589.5 mg, Sugar 13.6 g

SLOW COOKER ROOT VEGETABLE TAGINE



Slow Cooker Root Vegetable Tagine image

This is a subtly spiced, super easy slow cooker meal. A good introduction to Moroccan food. Serve with couscous.

Provided by OSCARMAMA

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     African     North African     Moroccan

Time 9h50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 pound parsnips, peeled and diced
1 pound turnips, peeled and diced
2 medium onions, chopped
1 pound carrots, peeled and diced
6 dried apricots, chopped
4 pitted prunes, chopped
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon ground ginger
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon dried parsley
1 tablespoon dried cilantro
1 (14 ounce) can vegetable broth

Steps:

  • In a slow cooker, toss together the parsnips, turnips, onions, carrots, apricots, and prunes. Season with turmeric, cumin, ginger, cinnamon, cayenne pepper, parsley, and cilantro. Pour in the vegetable broth.
  • Cover, and cook 9 hours on Low.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 131.4 calories, Carbohydrate 31 g, Fat 0.7 g, Fiber 7.2 g, Protein 2.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 187.4 mg, Sugar 15.3 g

SLOW COOKER LAMB TAGINE



Slow cooker lamb tagine image

Cook something hearty and exotic for the family when it's cold outside, like our lamb tagine. If you can't get dried cherries, use apricots or prunes instead

Provided by Lulu Grimes

Categories     Dinner, Main course, Supper

Time 4h20m

Number Of Ingredients 13

900g lamb shoulder, neck or leg, cut into chunks
1 tbsp olive oil
1 onion, chopped
3 carrots, cut into chunks
2 tsp ras-el-hanout
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tbsp tomato purée
1 chicken or lamb stock cube or stock pot
1 sweet potato, cut into chunks
30g dried cherries
½ tsp honey
½ bunch coriander, chopped
couscous, to serve

Steps:

  • Fry the lamb in the oil in batches and tip it into the slow cooker. Fry the onion in the same pan for 5 mins or until it softens a little. Add the carrots and spices, stir everything together, add the tomato purée, stock and 250ml water and swirl everything around the pan. Tip into the slow cooker. Add the sweet potato, dried cherries, honey and another 500ml water.
  • Cook on low for 8 hrs or high for 4 hrs. Stir in the coriander and serve with couscous. Leave to cool before freezing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 649 calories, Fat 45 grams fat, SaturatedFat 20 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 17 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 10 grams sugar, Fiber 5 grams fiber, Protein 42 grams protein, Sodium 1.3 milligram of sodium

MOROCCAN CROCK POT TAJINE



Moroccan Crock Pot Tajine image

In Morocco, tajines or stews are made in a shallow earthenware cooking pots called tajines. In this version, use a crock pot to produce a mellow yet intensely flavoured meat and vegetable melange with a tender texture and enticing aroma. First published in Chatelaine's 10/2000 issue.

Provided by Baton Twirling

Categories     Stew

Time 5h25m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 (3 lb) package stew beef chunks or 8 skinless chicken thighs, bone-in
4 garlic cloves
2 onions
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon allspice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon hot red chili pepper flakes or 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 cups small chunks carrots
3 cups large chunks of peeled squash or 3 cups potatoes
1 (10 ounce) can condensed chicken broth or 1 cup chicken bouillon
1/2 cup pitted green olives (optional)
1 (19 ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed (optional)

Steps:

  • Thaw lamb.
  • Trim excess fat from lamb or beef, then cut into large bite-size pieces.
  • If using chicken thighs, leave whole.
  • Mince garlic and thinly slice onions.
  • In a crock pot or other slow cooker, stir garlic with onions, cumin, paprika, ginger, cinnamon, allspice, salt, chili flakes, carrots, squash, broth and olives, if using.
  • Add meat.
  • Cover and cook on high heat for 5 hours or on low for 9 to 10 hours.
  • Stir in chickpeas, if using, during last 15 minutes of cooking.
  • Serve over couscous or with crusty bread.
  • Covered and refrigerated, tajine will keep for at least 2 days and can be frozen in an airtight container or resealable freezer bag.

MOROCCAN TAJINE - FOR THE CROCK POT!



Moroccan Tajine - for the Crock Pot! image

In Morocco, tajines, or stews, are made in shallow earthenware cooking pots called tajines. In this version, you use a Crock-Pot to produce a mellow yet intensely flavoured meat-and-vegetable mixture with a tender texture and enticing aroma. So, let it simmer away while you're at work or play. See below for fun additions. From Chatelaine Magazine. Enjoy!

Provided by Nif_H

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 5h25m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 lbs stew beef chunks or 8 skinless bone-in chicken thighs
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 onions, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon allspice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon red chili pepper flakes or 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 cups carrots, cut into small chunks
3 cups squash or 3 cups potatoes, peeled cut into large chunks
1 cup chicken broth
1/2 cup green olives, pitted (optional)
19 ounces chickpeas, drained and rinsed (optional)

Steps:

  • Thaw lamb if using.Trim excess fat from lamb or beef, then cut into large bite-size pieces. If using chicken thighs, leave whole. Mince garlic and thinly slice onions. In a crock pot or other slow cooker, stir garlic with onions, cumin, paprika, ginger, cinnamon, allspice, salt, chili flakes, carrots, squash, broth and olives, if using. Add meat.
  • Cover and cook on high heat for 5 hours or on low for 9 to 10 hours. Stir in chickpeas, if using, during last 15 minutes of cooking. Serve over couscous or with crusty bread. Covered and refrigerated, tajine will keep for at least 2 days and can be frozen in an airtight container or resealable freezer bags.
  • ~ Lively additions ~.
  • Stir in 1 cup (250 mL) frozen peas during last 15 minutes of cooking. Stir in sliced green onions, chopped coriander, parsley, basil or chives. Add a little freshly squeezed lime or lemon juice for zip. For a snazzy touch, pour 1/4 cup (50 mL) heated dry sherry over 1/2 cup (125 mL) golden raisins. Let stand for at least 15 minutes or overnight. Stir into finished tajine.

SLOW-COOKER CHICKPEA TAGINE



Slow-Cooker Chickpea Tagine image

While traveling through Morocco, my wife and I fell in love with the complex flavors of the many tagines we tried. Resist the urge to stir this dish too much, as it will break down the veggies. Add shredded cooked chicken in the last 10 minutes, or serve with grilled fish. -Raymond Wyatt, West St. Paul, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 4h20m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 small butternut squash (about 2 pounds), peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
2 medium zucchini, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 medium sweet red pepper, coarsely chopped
1 medium onion, coarsely chopped
1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas or garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained
12 dried apricots, halved
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 can (14.5 ounces) crushed tomatoes
2 to 3 teaspoons harissa chili paste
2 teaspoons honey
1/4 cup chopped fresh mint leaves
Plain Greek yogurt, optional
Optional: Additional olive oil, honey and fresh mint

Steps:

  • Place the first 6 ingredients in a 5- or 6-quart slow cooker., In a skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add garlic, paprika, ginger, cumin, salt, pepper and cinnamon; cook and stir until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add tomatoes, harissa and honey; bring to a boil. Pour tomato mixture over vegetables; stir to combine. Cook, covered, on low until vegetables are tender and sauce has thickened, 4-5 hours. Stir in mint. , If desired, top with yogurt, and additional mint, olive oil and honey to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 127 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 224mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic exchanges

Tips:

  • If you don't have a tajine, you can use a Dutch oven or a large pot with a lid.
  • To make the chicken more flavorful, you can marinate it in the spices and olive oil for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
  • If you want a thicker sauce, you can add a cornstarch slurry (equal parts cornstarch and water) to the tajine during the last 15 minutes of cooking.
  • Serve the tajine with couscous, rice, or pita bread.

Conclusion:

Moroccan tajine is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. With its tender chicken, flavorful vegetables, and aromatic spices, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table. And because it can be made in a slow cooker, it's a great option for busy weeknights.

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