Moroccan-Style Beef and Vegetable Tagine

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 lbs beef stew meat
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 3 medium carrots, peeled and chopped
• 2 medium zucchini, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1 tsp paprika
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 14.5 oz can diced tomatoes
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1 15 oz can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
• 1 cup couscous
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro, for serving

Instructions

1. 1

   In a large pot or Dutch oven, brown the beef stew meat over medium-high heat until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.

2. 2

   Add the onion, carrots, zucchini, and garlic to the pot. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables start to soften.