Moroccan Beef Tagine

Moroccan Beef Tagine

Ingredients:
Spice rub
· 1 tablespoon cumin
· 1 tablespoon cinnamon
· 1 tablespoon ginger
· 1 tablespoon paprika
· 1 teaspoon nutmeg
· 1 teaspoon turmeric
· 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
· 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
For the stew
· 1 ½ pounds stew beef
· 2 tablespoon olive oil
· 1 medium onion, chopped
· 1 bunch fresh coriander
· 1 (14 ounce) can chopped tomatoes
· 3 cups vegetable or beef stock, low-sodium
· 1 small zucchini, chopped
· 1 large carrot, sliced thin
· 1 red bell pepper, sliced thin
· 3-4 prunes, chopped
· Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Directions:
1. In a small bowl mix together all of the ingredients for the spice rub.
2. Place beef in large zip lock bag. Add spice mixture and shake to thoroughly coat
meat. Put in refrigerator for a couple of hours or overnight.
3. Heat olive oil in large skillet over medium heat. Add beef and brown on all sides,
about 5 minutes.
4. Add meat to slow cooker. Add all remaining ingredients. Stir to combine.
5. Cover and cook on high setting for 5-6 hours or low setting for 7-8 hours.