🇲🇦 Morocco · Food
Beef Tagine with Prunes
By eatmundo · August 3, 2026
🇲🇦 MAA classic Moroccan celebratory dish blending tender slow-cooked beef with the intense sweetness of prunes. Finished with crunchy toasted almonds for a sophisticated texture contrast.
Ingredients
check them off as you prepareHow to Make It
- 1
Heat 60ml olive oil in a heavy-bottomed pot or tagine over medium heat.
- 2
Sear the 800g beef pieces until deeply browned on all sides, about 8 minutes.
- 3
Add the finely diced onions and 4 crushed garlic cloves, sautéing until translucent.
- 4
Stir in the turmeric, ginger, saffron, and 1 tsp salt, coating the meat thoroughly for 2 minutes.
- 5
Pour in 500ml water to just cover the meat, bring to a simmer, and cover tightly.
- 6
Reduce heat to low and cook gently for 70 minutes until the meat is fork-tender.
- 7
Add the prunes to the pot and simmer for another 15 minutes until plump and glossy.
- 8
Serve hot, garnished with 50g toasted almonds scattered over the top.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use another meat?+
Yes, lamb is the traditional substitute and works beautifully with this recipe.
What kind of almonds work best?+
Blanched, whole almonds that have been lightly pan-fried in a little oil until golden are ideal.
Should the beef be lean?+
Use a cut with some fat, like chuck or shoulder, as the fat keeps the meat moist during the long braise.
Can I make this in a slow cooker?+
Yes, transfer to a slow cooker after step 4 and cook on low for 6 hours.
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