Beef Tagine is a simple recipe with clear steps and fresh flavour. We might not be able to travel at the moment but we can take a journey with our food. This Moroccan dish is made with a Ras El Hanout spice mix. Every spice shop in Morocco prides them-self with their own special blend. Some of these spice blends have over 30 different herbs and spices. A great recipe where you can play with the base spices to create your own special blend.
First, this dish uses Smokey Paprika, Ground Cloves, Ground Coriander to build flavour without making the method hard to follow. Then, the recipe keeps each step short, so it suits home cooks who want a reliable result.
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Beef Tagine
Ingredients
Ras El Hanout Spice Mix
- 4 tsp Smokey Paprika
- 4 Ground Cloves
- 1.5 tsp Ground Coriander
- 1.5 tsp Ground Ginger
- 1 tsp Ground Cardamom
- 1 tsp Turmeric
- 0.5 tsp Black Pepper
- 0.5 tsp Cinnamon
- 0.5 tsp Nutmeg
Tagine Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp Olive Oil
- 1 Diced Onion
- 600 gms Diced Beef
- 1 tin Crushed Tomatos
- 5 Potatoes
- 10 Dried Apricots Diced you can replace with dates, prunes or sultanas
- 1 Cup Beef Stock
- 1 Cup Water
Instructions
- Mix your spices and coat the meat.
- Add the oil to a heavy based saucepan and sweat your onions on low heat for 5 minutes.
- Add the beef to brown.
- Add remaining ingredients and simmer with the lid on for approximately an 1.5 hours checking occasionally. Add more water if required.
- When your beef is falling apart remove from the heat and serve with cous cous or rice. Don't forget your glass of Henry Holmes Barossa Shiraz from https://winenutt.com.au
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why is this recipe good for home cooks?
Because Beef Tagine uses a clear method and familiar ingredients, it is easy to follow at home. It also gives strong flavour without adding too many hard steps.
Can I prepare this recipe ahead of time?
Yes. First, prepare the ingredients or dressing ahead. Then, finish the final cooking or assembly close to serving time for the best texture.
Which ingredients matter most in this dish?
The key ingredients are Smokey Paprika, Ground Cloves, Ground Coriander. Therefore, fresh produce and good pantry staples will make the biggest difference to flavour.
Where can I find more recipes like this?
You can explore our cooking classes, browse food and wine events, or visit our cookbooks for more home cooking ideas.













