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Rich and Aromatic Moroccan Braised Beef Recipe

Moroccan Braised Beef made approachable with clear cues, pantry staples, and flexible swaps.

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds beef chuck roast
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large onion chopped
  • 4 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 can 14 oz chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup dried apricots chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. Prepare the beef.
  2. Sear the beef.
  3. Sauté the aromatics.
  4. Incorporate the tomato paste.
  5. Deglaze the pot.
  6. Add spices and chickpeas.
  7. Return the beef to the pot.
  8. Braise the beef.
  9. Add apricots.
  10. Garnish and serve.