Tagine de Veau

Tagine de Veau is a fragrant Moroccan stew featuring tender veal, aromatic spices, and a medley of vegetables, slow-cooked to perfection. This dish embodies the rich culinary traditions of Morocco, offering a delightful blend of flavors and textures.

Ingredients

• Veal shoulder - 400 grams, cut into 2.5 cm cubes
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Carrot - 1 medium, sliced
• Zucchini - 1 medium, diced
• Red bell pepper - 1, chopped
• Canned chickpeas - 200 grams, drained and rinsed
• Tomato paste - 2 tablespoons
• Chicken or beef broth - 400 ml
• Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Ground coriander - 1 teaspoon
• Ground cinnamon - 1/2 teaspoon
• Turmeric - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Fresh cilantro - a handful, chopped (for garnish)

Steps

1. In a tagine or heavy-bottomed pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
2. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
3. Add the veal cubes to the pot and brown on all sides, approximately 5-7 minutes.
4. Mix in the carrot, zucchini, and red bell pepper, and cook for about 5 minutes until slightly softened.
5. Stir in the tomato paste, ground cumin, ground coriander, ground cinnamon, turmeric, salt, and black pepper, ensuring the vegetables are well-coated.
6. Pour in the broth and bring the mixture to a simmer. Cover the pot with a lid and reduce the heat to low.
7. Let the tagine cook gently for about 60 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the veal is tender.
8. Add the chickpeas to the tagine during the last 10 minutes of cooking, allowing them to heat through.
9. Once cooked, remove from heat and garnish with chopped fresh cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 480
• Protein: 45 g
• Carbs: 35 g
• Fiber: 7 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 120 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle health and repair.
• Rich in fiber from vegetables and chickpeas, promoting digestive health.

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