Moroccan Spiced Beef Tagine with Herbed Couscous

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 lbs beef stew meat
• 1 large onion, diced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp Moroccan spice blend
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1/2 cup dried apricots, chopped
• 1 cup couscous
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tsp lemon zest
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. 1

   In a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.

2. 2

   Add the beef, onion, and garlic. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the beef is browned and the onions are softened, about 5-7 minutes.