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Butternut Squash and Beef Tagine Recipe

Butternut Squash and Beef Tagine Recipe


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  • Author: Chef
  • Total Time: 2 hours 50 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

A warm, Moroccan-inspired stew with tender beef, sweet butternut squash, and aromatic spices slow-simmered to perfection.


Ingredients

Beef:

  • 2 lbs beef stew meat, cut into chunks

Vegetables:

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 cups butternut squash, peeled and cubed
  • 2 medium carrots, sliced

Additional:

  • 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup dried apricots or raisins (optional, for sweetness)
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 1 tsp ground ginger
  • ½ tsp turmeric
  • ½ tsp paprika
  • ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
  • Salt & black pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish


Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven or tagine pot over medium-high heat. Brown beef on all sides, then remove and set aside.
  2. In the same pot, sauté onion and garlic until fragrant.
  3. Stir in cumin, cinnamon, coriander, ginger, turmeric, paprika, and cayenne. Toast for 1–2 minutes.
  4. Add tomato paste, diced tomatoes, beef broth, carrots, and butternut squash. Stir well.
  5. Return beef to pot, then add chickpeas and dried fruit (if using).
  6. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for 2–2½ hours until beef is tender and squash is soft.
  7. Adjust seasoning, garnish with fresh herbs, and serve with couscous or rice.

Notes

  • Can also be made in a slow cooker (low 7–8 hours / high 4–5 hours).
  • Dried apricots give this dish an authentic Moroccan sweetness.
  • Freezes well for up to 3 months.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
  • Category: Dinner, Main Course, Stew
  • Method: Stovetop, Slow Cooker (optional)
  • Cuisine: Moroccan, North African

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: Approximately 400 calories per serving
  • Sugar: Varies based on optional ingredients
  • Sodium: Varies based on added salt
  • Fat: Varies depending on beef cut
  • Saturated Fat: Varies depending on beef cut
  • Unsaturated Fat: Varies depending on beef cut and olive oil
  • Trans Fat: Negligible
  • Carbohydrates: Varies based on vegetable content
  • Fiber: Varies based on vegetable content
  • Protein: Varies based on beef quantity
  • Cholesterol: Varies depending on beef cut