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Beef And Chickpeas

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πŸ₯˜ Enjoy a nourishing and hearty Moroccan beef and chickpeas soup packed with warming spices and fresh herbs.
🌿 This recipe offers rich flavors and balanced nutrition, perfect for a comforting meal any day of the week.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

– 1 onion

– 4 to 5 cloves of garlic

– 1 tin (200g) chickpeas (drained and rinsed)

– 250g minced beef

– 10g (3 tsp) ras el hanout spice mix (made from 3 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp turmeric, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp ground coriander, ΒΌ tsp ground cloves, Β½ tsp cinnamon, and a pinch of cayenne pepper)

– Β½ tsp cinnamon

– 1 tsp plain flour

– 1 tbsp tomato puree

– 200g (ΒΎ cup) beef stock

– Β½ bunch fresh parsley

– 1 tsp brown sugar

Instructions

1-First, finely dice the onion and chop the garlic to have everything ready for cooking.

2-Next, brown the 250g minced beef thoroughly in a pan over medium heat, which helps lock in its rich flavors.

3-Then, add the diced onion and chopped garlic to the pan, cooking them together for about 5 minutes until they soften.

4-Stir in the 10g (3 tsp) ras el hanout spice mix, Β½ tsp cinnamon, and 1 tsp plain flour, letting them cook for 1 to 2 minutes to release their aromas.

5-Pour in 1 tbsp tomato puree and 200g (ΒΎ cup) beef stock, then bring the mixture to a simmer on low heat for around 10 minutes until it thickens nicely.

6-While it simmers, finely chop the Β½ bunch fresh parsley; once the stew has thickened, stir in 1 tsp brown sugar and the drained chickpeas, adjusting the chickpea amount as you like.

7-Cook for a few more minutes, adding a bit of water if you want a thinner sauce, then mix in the chopped parsley.

8-Finally, serve the stew warm, paired with options like yogurt, couscous, rice, or warm flatbread for a complete meal.

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Notes

🌿 Use organic ingredients for enhanced flavor and nutritional value.
πŸ§„ Brown the minced beef well to build depth of flavor.
πŸ₯„ Adjust the sauce consistency by adding water during cooking to suit your preference.

  • Author: Brandi Oshea
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Soup, Stew, Main Dish
  • Method: Simmering
  • Cuisine: Moroccan
  • Diet: Gluten-Free Option

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350 kcal
  • Sugar: 6 g
  • Sodium: 450 mg
  • Fat: 15 g
  • Saturated Fat: 6 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 30 g
  • Fiber: 8 g
  • Protein: 25 g
  • Cholesterol: 70 mg