~ TASTY BEEF TAGINE ~

~ Tasty Beef Tagine ~ image

Provided by Cassie *

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 15

5 tsp paprika
2 1/2 tsp cinnamon
1 1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp red pepper flakes
2 tsp garlic powder
1 1/2 tsp ginger paste
3/4 tsp pepper
3 lb chuck roast, trimmed and cubed into 1 inch pieces
3 Tbsp olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 - 3 Tbsp minced garlic or garlic paste
29 oz diced tomatoes - include juice
5 c peeled and cubed butternut squash
1 c beef broth
2 pinch saffron threads - optional

Steps:

1. In a large bowl, combine the paprika, cinnamon, salt, garlic powder, ginger, pepper flakes and pepper. Add the beef cubes and toss well to coat.
2. In a dutch oven over medium high heat, add oil. Once oil is hot and shimmering - add the beef and onions. cook for 5 - 6 minutes stirring occasionally until meat is browned. Add the garlic and cook a few more minutes. Stirring frequently so as not to burn garlic.
3. Stir in the broth and tomatoes and bring to a boil. Continue cooking for 5 minutes, then add the squash and saffron if using - cover and reduce heat to simmer - cook for 30 - 45 minutes or until squash and beef are both tender.
4. I served mine along side of creamy mashed potatoes. Could be served with rice or noodles.