Middle_Eastern
Middle Eastern - Stews and Tagines
Knafeh Tagine / Stew
Chef's Menu Description
A comforting, slow-cooked classic featuring tender cuts braised in a rich, velvety reduction with root vegetables and fresh herbs.
Ingredients
- • 700g beef chuck, cubed
- • 1 onion, finely chopped
- • 150g pitted prunes
- • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- • 1/2 tsp ground ginger
- • 1 tbsp honey
- • 2 tbsp olive oil
- • 500ml beef stock
- • 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Heat the olive oil in a tagine or heavy pot and brown the beef on all sides.
2
Phase 2
Add the onion, cinnamon, and ginger and fry for 5 minutes until softened.
3
Phase 3
Pour in the stock, cover, and cook on low heat for 90 minutes until the beef is tender.
4
Phase 4
Add the prunes and honey and simmer uncovered for 15 minutes until the sauce reduces.
5
Phase 5
Sprinkle with sesame seeds and serve hot with couscous.