Moroccan Beef Cauliflower Recipe

A fragrant and flavorful Moroccan Beef and Cauliflower Tagine, a family favorite! This recipe, inspired by authentic Moroccan cuisine, combines tender beef, tender cauliflower florets, and a rich, aromatic sauce. Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or a special occasion.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 70 mins
Calories 935.6 kcal
Protein 130g
Rating 4.1 (8 Reviews)
Moroccan Beef Cauliflower

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Moroccan Beef Cauliflower

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How to Make Moroccan Beef Cauliflower

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Trim the green leaves from 1 large head of cauliflower. Cut off the bottom stem and break the cauliflower into large florets.
  3. Rinse the cauliflower florets and set aside.
  4. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large oven-safe pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  5. Add 1.5 lbs beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes, and brown on all sides.
  6. Add 1 large onion, chopped, and 2 cloves garlic, minced, to the pot. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  7. Stir in 1 teaspoon ground ginger, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/2 teaspoon turmeric, 1/4 teaspoon saffron threads, and 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional). Cook for 1 minute more.
  8. Pour in 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes, 1 cup beef broth, and 1/2 cup chopped cilantro.
  9. Bring to a simmer, then cover the pot and transfer it to the preheated oven.
  10. Braise for 40 minutes, or until the beef is almost tender.
  11. Add the cauliflower florets to the pot, gently stirring to coat them in the sauce.
  12. Cover the pot and return it to the oven for another 15-20 minutes, or until the cauliflower is tender and the sauce has thickened slightly.
  13. Garnish with additional chopped cilantro and serve hot with couscous or crusty bread.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

35 g

Sugar

25g

Fat

123g

Carbs

5g