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Beef and Chickpea Tagine

A quick and hearty one-pot stew with tender beef, chickpeas, and vegetables, served over fluffy couscous. Ready in about 30 minutes, this simplified tagine brings warm, comforting flavors to your weeknight table.

Total time
35 min
Servings
4
Calories
420
Protein
32g
Beef and Chickpea Tagine
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Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lb beef stew meat
  • 1 medium onion
  • 2 medium carrots
  • 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium-high. Add 1 lb beef stew meat and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes. Remove beef and set aside.

  2. 2

    Reduce heat to medium. Add remaining 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 chopped onion, and 2 sliced carrots. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

  3. 3

    Return beef to pot. Add 1 can drained chickpeas and 1 can diced tomatoes with their juices. Stir in 1 cup water and bring to a simmer.

  4. 4

    Cover and simmer gently until beef is tender and sauce thickens, about 20 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

  5. 5

    Serve hot over cooked couscous, if desired.

Tools you’ll need

  • Large pot or Dutch oven
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Can opener

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