Moroccan Beef and Pumpkin Tajine

May 16, 2023May 16, 20230 2
Delicious Moroccan Beef and Pumpkin Tajine recipe for your dinner tonight
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

55 min

Ready In

1 hour 15 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large yellow onion , chopped
2 teaspoons fresh ginger , minced
1 cinnamon stick
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
2 garlic cloves , minced
1 1/2 lbs beef stew meat , cut into 1 inch cubes
1/3 cup dried cranberries
2 tablespoons dry sherry
1 sugar pumpkin , peeled and cut into 1 inch cubes ( about 2 pounds )
1 tablespoon honey
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons pistachios , chopped
1/4 cup fresh cilantro , chopped
lime wedge

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
413
Sugar
16g
Fat
20g
Moroccan Beef and Pumpkin Tajine is a hearty and flavorful dish that originates from North Africa. A tajine is a traditional earthenware pot with a cone-shaped lid that is commonly used to cook stews and braises. This dish is flavored with cinnamon, allspice, and coriander, and sweetened with cranberries and honey. The addition of pumpkin gives the dish a unique flavor and texture that is sure to please.

Instructions

1.Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
2.Add onion, ginger, cinnamon stick, allspice, and coriander; sauté for 3 minutes or until onion is tender.
3.Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
4.Add beef and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5.Stir in dried cranberries and sherry.
6.Add pumpkin and honey; stir well.
7.Bring mixture to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer, covered, for 45 minutes or until beef is tender.
8.Add lime juice, pistachios, and cilantro; stir gently to combine.
9.Serve with lime wedges.

PROS

This dish is a perfect combination of sweet and savory flavors that is sure to impress your family and friends.

The beef is tender and the pumpkin adds a unique touch to the dish.

CONS

This dish takes a bit longer to prepare than some other recipes, but the end result is well worth the extra effort.

Beef stew meat can be a little expensive depending on where you shop.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is packed with protein from the beef and vitamins and minerals from the pumpkin.
Pumpkin has been linked to promoting healthy skin and aiding in weight loss due to its low calorie and high fiber content. The spices in this dish also provide anti-inflammatory and antioxidant benefits.

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