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Mtewem

Slow-cooked meat ragout with chickpeas and warming spices. A deeply savory Tunisian stew that's tender, aromatic, and perfect served over couscous or bread.

75 minMediumServes 4420 cal/serving

TunisianDinnerStovetopStandard

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs beef chuck, cubed
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 onion, sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp harissa paste
  • 1 can canned chickpeas, drained
  • 3 cups beef broth
  • 1/4 tsp caraway seeds
  • 1/8 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.

  2. 2

    Brown 1.5 lbs cubed beef chuck in batches, about 5 minutes per batch. Remove and set aside.

  3. 3

    In the same pot, cook 1/2 sliced onion until softened, about 4 minutes.

  4. 4

    Add 2 cloves minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds.

  5. 5

    Stir in 1 tbsp harissa paste and cook for 1 minute.

  6. 6

    Return beef to the pot. Add 1 can drained canned chickpeas, 3 cups beef broth, 1/4 tsp caraway seeds, 1/8 tsp ground cinnamon, and 1/2 tsp salt.

  7. 7

    Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer covered for 50 minutes, stirring occasionally, until beef is very tender.

  8. 8

    Internal temperature of beef should reach 160°F. Serve hot over couscous or with bread.

Questions

How long does Mtewem keep?

Refrigerate leftovers within two hours and eat them within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop.

Can I halve or double Mtewem?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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