Zesty Moroccan Beef Tagine with Apricot Couscous

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs beef stew meat
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp ground ginger
• 1 14oz can crushed tomatoes
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1/2 cup dried apricots, chopped
• 1 cup couscous
• 1 cup water
• 2 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp lemon zest
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

1. 1

   In a large Dutch oven or heavy pot, brown the beef over medium-high heat until no longer pink, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a plate.

2. 2

   Reduce heat to medium, add the onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add the garlic and spices and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.