Beef Tagine with Vegetable Couscous and Chickpeas

Description

Our Beef Tagine with Couscous Vegetables and Chickpeas is an authentic creation that combines the best of two iconic Moroccan traditions. Tender pieces of beef, simmered until tender, are accompanied by a colorful assortment of vegetables traditionally associated with couscous: golden carrots, sweet turnips, tender zucchini, and fragrant squash. The long-simmered chickpeas add their creamy texture and nutritional richness. The generous sauce, delicately spiced with ras el hanout and perfumed with notes of cinnamon and saffron, envelops the dish in a comforting warmth. This generous dish embodies the very essence of Moroccan home cooking: flavorful, nourishing, and perfectly balanced, it offers a complete gustatory journey through the authentic flavors of Morocco.

Ingredients

• Selected beef (shoulder or shank)
• Carrots
• Turnips
• Zucchini
• Squash
• Chickpeas
• Onions
• Fresh garlic
• extra virgin olive oil
• Ras el Hanout
• Cumin
• Cinnamon
• Saffron
• Ginger
• Fresh parsley
• Fresh coriander
• Fresh lemon

Preparation

This tagine is prepared using the traditional Moroccan method. The meat is first browned with onions to develop its deep aromas, then simmered over very low heat with carefully measured spices. The vegetables are added gradually according to their cooking time: first the carrots and turnips, then the squash, and finally the more delicate zucchini. The chickpeas, previously soaked and precooked, are added halfway through cooking to soak up the flavors. This preparation simmers for at least 3 hours in an authentic terracotta tagine, allowing the meat to become incredibly tender and the vegetables to retain their integrity while absorbing the aromas of the spices. This culinary patience is the key to the harmony of flavors that characterizes this traditional dish.

Nutritional Values ​​(per 450g serving)

• Energy: 470 kcal
• Protein: 36g
• Carbohydrates: 40g
• of which Sugars: 12g
• Lipids: 21g
• of which saturated fatty acids: 5g
• Dietary fiber: 11g
• Sodium: 660mg

Conservation and Use

Store in the refrigerator between 0°C and 4°C. Consume within 3 days of production and within 24 hours of opening. To reheat, pour into a saucepan and heat over low heat for 8-10 minutes, stirring gently, or in a preheated oven at 150°C for 15-20 minutes. Can be frozen on the day of purchase for extended storage of up to 2 months.

Tasting Tips

This complete tagine can be enjoyed on its own thanks to its richness in vegetables and protein, but it is traditionally accompanied by bread to savor its delicious sauce. For an even more authentic culinary experience, you can serve it with fine semolina, thus recalling its inspiration from traditional couscous. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice and a few chopped cilantro leaves added at the time of serving will bring a touch of freshness that perfectly balances the richness of the dish. This tagine is particularly delicious after a day of resting, when the flavors have had time to fully develop.

Allergens

Contains chickpeas (legumes). Prepared in a certified Lamehadrin Kosher kitchen where no dairy products are used.

Origin

This recipe is a creation that celebrates the union of two pillars of Moroccan cuisine: tagine and couscous. It draws inspiration from the culinary traditions of Morocco's central regions, where nourishing dishes combining meat, vegetables, and legumes are particularly appreciated for their completeness and rich flavors. In Moroccan Jewish tradition, this type of generous preparation was often served at Shabbat meals or family celebrations, symbolizing abundance and sharing. The combination of these colorful vegetables also reflects the importance of seasonal produce in authentic Moroccan cuisine.