Tunisian Beef Stew Liftiyya

Dive into the warm and aromatic embrace of Tunisian Beef Stew Liftiyya, a comforting dish that captures the vibrant flavors of North African cuisine. This hearty stew features tender chunks of beef simmered to perfection with earthy turnips, creamy chickpeas, and a fragrant blend of spices, including coriander, caraway, and paprika. The addition of harissa paste and a touch of cinnamon infuses the dish with a subtle heat and sweetness, while fresh parsley provides a bright finishing touch. Perfect for cozy dinners, Liftiyya is traditionally served with crusty bread or fluffy couscous to soak up its richly spiced broth. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a slow simmer that fills your kitchen with irresistible aromas, this dish is the ultimate marriage of bold flavors and heartwarming comfort.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:110 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams beef stew meat
• 3 medium turnips (peeled and cut into chunks)
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
• 3 cloves garlic cloves (minced)
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon harissa paste
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon ground caraway seeds
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 1 cup chickpeas (cooked or canned, drained)
• 4 cups water or beef stock
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, stirring frequently.

Step 4

Add the beef stew meat to the pot and brown it on all sides, about 5-6 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in the tomato paste, harissa paste, ground coriander, caraway seeds, paprika, and turmeric. Cook for 2 minutes to release the flavors of the spices.

Step 6

Pour in the water or beef stock and add the cinnamon stick. Bring the mixture to a boil, then lower the heat to a simmer.

Step 7

Add the turnip chunks to the pot and stir to combine. Cover the pot with a lid and simmer for 60 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 8

After an hour, add the cooked chickpeas to the stew. Adjust the seasoning with salt and ground black pepper.

Step 9

Continue to simmer, uncovered, for an additional 20-30 minutes or until the beef is tender and the turnips are soft.

Step 10

Remove the cinnamon stick before serving.

Step 11

Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley. Enjoy with bread or over couscous!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2298 grams (2298.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2242

Total Fat 126.30g	162%
Saturated Fat 37.60g	188%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.00g
Cholesterol 450mg	150%
Sodium 3381mg	147%
Total Carbohydrate 114.30g	42%
Dietary Fiber 31.80g	114%
Total Sugars 35.30g
Protein 158.50g	317%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 457mg	35%
Iron 25mg	139%
Potassium 3744mg	80%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 51.0%

Protein: 28.5%

Carbs: 20.5%