Beef Tagine with Almonds and Prunes

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Beef Tagine with Almonds and Prunes - Authentic recipe from Morocco. Ready in 120 min. Try it now!

1. 1

   Brown 800 g beef (braising cut, cubed) with 2 onions, garlic, ginger, turmeric, 1 tsp cinnamon, and saffron in a pot or tagine.

   ⏱️ approx. 12 min

   💡 Tip: Beef tagine with almonds and prunes is a festive Moroccan braise (Tajine Lahm bel Barkok) — beef cooked sweet and savory with stewed prunes and toasted almonds. Sweet-savory.

2. 2

   Add water or broth. Add cinnamon, saffron, ginger, and a little honey. Cover and braise the beef for 1.5–2 hours until very tender.

   ⏱️ approx. 12 min

   💡 Tip: The sweet-savory combination (meat + dried fruit + cinnamon + honey) is typically Moroccan. Cinnamon, saffron, and ginger provide the warm spicing. Long braising ensures tenderness.

3. 3

   Simmer 150 g prunes with a little honey and cinnamon for 15 minutes (or braise separately) until soft and glossy. Toast 100 g almonds. Garnish with almonds and sesame seeds.

   ⏱️ approx. 12 min

   💡 Tip: The beef tagine is served topped with the glossy prunes and toasted almonds — accompanied by bread (Khobz) or couscous. The sweet-spiced sauce is festive and aromatic.