Moroccan Tajine – for the Crock Pot!

May 16, 2023May 16, 20230 15
Moroccan Tajine with Beef or Chicken - Slow-Cooked Comfort Food
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

8 hours

Ready In

8 hours 20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3 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 )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
400
Sugar
6g
Fat
15g
Moroccan Tajine is a traditional North African dish that's slow-cooked in a clay pot called a tajine, which gives the dish its name. However, this recipe uses a crock pot to achieve the same tender, aromatic results. The meat and vegetables are cooked in a flavorful broth of spices, chicken broth, and olives, which results in a deliciously fragrant and tender stew. This dish is perfect for a cozy night in or for feeding a crowd on a chilly day.

Instructions

1.Brown the beef or chicken in a hot pan, then transfer to your crock pot.
2.Add all the remaining ingredients except the olives and chickpeas into the crock pot, mix well, and cook on high heat for 4 to 6 hours or on low for 8 to 10 hours.
3.Add in the green olives (optional) and chickpeas (optional) in the last 20 to 30 minutes of cooking time.
4.Serve hot with crusty bread or over couscous.

PROS

This Moroccan Tajine is a one-pot meal that’s easy to prepare, with tender meat and flavorful vegetables.

It’s great for feeding a crowd and makes for delicious leftovers.

The aromatic spices used in this dish also provide a warm, comforting aroma in your home as it cooks.

CONS

This dish requires a bit of preparation as you need to brown the meat before cooking it in the crock pot.

It also contains chickpeas and olives, which may not be everyone’s favorite ingredients.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This hearty dish is packed with nutritious ingredients like beef or chicken, carrots, squash or potatoes, and chickpeas.
It’s high in protein, fiber, and essential vitamins and minerals.
The spices used in this recipe, such as cumin, ginger, and cinnamon, have anti-inflammatory properties and may aid in digestion.

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