Faggou

Faggou
Mauritania
⏱ — min. Serves: —

Ingredients

  • 500 g (1.1 lbs) beef or lamb, cut into small pieces
  • 1 large onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 large carrot, sliced
  • 2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1 cup green peas
  • 4 cups beef or vegetable stock
  • Salt to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

Brown the Meat

Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the beef or lamb pieces and brown them on all sides. Remove the meat and set aside.

Sauté Aromatics

In the same pot, add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Cook until the onions are soft and translucent.

Add Tomato Paste and Spices

Stir in the tomato paste and cook for a couple of minutes. Add the ground cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, and black pepper. Mix well and cook for another minute.

Add Vegetables and Stock

Return the browned meat to the pot. Add the sliced carrot, cubed potatoes, and green peas. Pour in the beef or vegetable stock and bring to a boil.

Simmer

Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until the meat and vegetables are tender.

Season

Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt as needed.

Garnish and Serve

Garnish with fresh parsley before serving. Enjoy hot with couscous or rice.

Enjoy your meal!