Slow-Cooked Beef Tagine Moroccan Style with Apricots and Almonds

The enticing aroma of warm spices fills your kitchen as this authentic beef tagine moroccan simmers to perfection. You will love the incredibly melt-in-your-mouth texture of the slow-cooked meat balanced by sweet dried fruits. This dish offers a rich, complex flavor profile that transports your senses directly to the heart of Marrakesh.

Slow-Cooked Beef Tagine Moroccan Style with Apricots and Almonds

Recipe by Chef HarperCourse: Main CourseCuisine: MoroccanDifficulty: Intermediate

Servings

6

servings

Prep time

25

minutes

Cooking time

2

hours 

30

minutes

Calories

485

kcal

Ingredients

• 2 lbs Beef chuck roast, cut into 2-inch cubes

• 2 large Yellow onion, finely diced

• 4 Garlic cloves, minced

• 1 tsp Ground ginger

• 1 tsp Ground cinnamon

• 1/2 tsp Turmeric

• 1 tbsp Ras el Hanout spice blend

• 1 cup Dried apricots

• 2 cups Beef stock

• 1/4 cup Toasted slivered almonds

• 1/4 cup Fresh cilantro and parsley, chopped

• 3 tbsp Olive oil

• to taste Salt and black pepper

Directions

• Pat the beef cubes dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper to ensure a deep, savory crust.
• Heat olive oil in a heavy-bottomed tagine or Dutch oven over medium-high heat and sear the beef until browned on all sides.
• Remove the beef and sauté the onions and garlic in the remaining oil until they are soft and translucent.
• Stir in the ginger, cinnamon, turmeric, and Ras el Hanout, allowing the spices to toast for one minute until fragrant.
• Return the beef to the pot, add the stock and dried apricots, then bring to a gentle simmer.
• Cover tightly and cook on low heat for 2 to 2.5 hours until the meat is fork-tender and the sauce has thickened into a rich glaze.
• Garnish with toasted almonds and fresh herbs before serving warm over fluffy couscous.

Notes

• Chef’s Secret: For the most authentic flavor, allow the beef to marinate in the dry spice blend overnight before cooking.
• Storage: This tagine tastes even better the next day; store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• Substitution: If you cannot find dried apricots, pitted prunes or dates provide a similar honey-like sweetness.

Creating a traditional beef tagine moroccan style at home is a rewarding experience that brings global flavors to your dining table. Furthermore, the combination of savory beef and sweet apricots creates a perfectly balanced profile that appeals to every palate. If you enjoyed these warm flavors, you might also like our authentic lamb stew recipe or our juicy Mediterranean lamb kebab recipe for your next feast.

To dive deeper into the history of this iconic dish, you can read about the cultural significance of Tajine on Wikipedia. For those looking for more variations, AllRecipes offers great alternative protein options, while BBC Good Food ME features excellent tips for adding seasonal vegetables to your stew. Happy cooking!