North African Beef Stew

May 14, 2023May 14, 20230 11

North African Beef Stew - a hearty and flavorful dish

by The Chefin Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

2 hours 15 min

Ready In

2 hours 35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

440

Sugar

Fat

25g

North African Beef Stew is a warming and comforting dish that is full of rich, bold flavors. Made with beef stew meat, onions, garlic, harissa, potatoes, and canned tomatoes, this stew is hearty and filling. It can be made on the stovetop or in a slow-cooker and tastes even better the next day. The harissa adds a spicy kick to the stew and is balanced out by the sweetness of the tomatoes and potatoes. Serve this stew with crusty bread or over rice for a satisfying meal.

Instructions

1.	In a large pot, brown beef stew meat over medium-high heat until browned all over.
2.	Add chopped onions and garlic to the pot and cook until softened.
3.	Stir in harissa, salt, and black pepper to taste.
4.	Add enough water to cover the meat, then bring to a boil.
5.	Reduce heat to low and let simmer for 1-2 hours until the meat is tender.
6.	Add the chopped potatoes and canned tomatoes to the pot, stirring well to combine.
7.	Let the stew simmer for another 30-45 minutes until the potatoes are cooked through and the stew has thickened slightly.
8.	Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.

PROS

This beef stew is hearty and flavorful, perfect for a cold winter evening.

It can be made in advance and reheated for an easy weeknight dinner.

CONS

The cooking time for this stew is lengthy, so it requires some patience and planning ahead.

It may not be suitable for those with a sensitive palate due to the spicy harissa.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Beef is a good source of protein and iron, which are important for building and maintaining healthy muscles and blood cells.
Harissa contains capsaicin, a compound that has been linked to a reduced risk of cancer and improved heart health.

	2 1/4 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 can chopped tomatoes