Kamounia Tunisienne (Cumin-Infused Braised Beef & Potato Stew) – Authentic Tunisia Recipe

Deep, earthy Tunisian beef stew finished at the very end with a generous spoonful of toasted cumin.

Country of Origin
🇹🇳 Tunisia (North Africa, Africa)
Dietary Profile
omnivore
Prep Time
15 min
Cook Time
30 min
Difficulty
Easy
Signature Staples
Tender beef cubes and potatoes, Rich tomato and caramelized onion sauce, Crusty bread or rice, 2 tbsp freshly toasted and ground cumin seeds, Garlic

Ingredients for Kamounia Tunisienne (Cumin-Infused Braised Beef & Potato Stew) (4 Servings)

  • 1.25 lbs (or 2.5 cups) tender beef cubes and potatoes, prepped into bite-sized pieces
  • 1.5 cups rich tomato and caramelized onion sauce, washed and trimmed
  • 1 cup crusty bread or rice
  • 1 medium onion and 3 cloves garlic, finely minced with 2 tbsp freshly toasted and ground cumin seeds
  • 1.5 tbsp traditional Tunisia seasoning (garlic, harissa, fresh parsley)
  • 2.5 cups rich culinary stock or aromatic cooking liquid, plus 2 tbsp cooking oil

Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a heavy Dutch oven or deep skillet over medium-high heat; brown tender beef cubes and potatoes for 5 minutes.
  2. Add minced onion, garlic, 2 tbsp freshly toasted and ground cumin seeds, and garlic, harissa, fresh parsley, stirring for 2 minutes until deeply aromatic.
  3. Add rich tomato and caramelized onion sauce and pour in the braising liquid; bring to a lively simmer.
  4. Cover and braise over medium-low heat for 20–22 minutes until meltingly tender and the sauce is rich and glossy.
  5. Stir in crusty bread or rice right before serving warm.

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