Middle Eastern Beef Stew
with Charred Courgettes, Couscous and Feta
- Cereals containing gluten
- Soya
- May contain traces of allergens
- Celery
A zesty blend of spices, garlic, and fresh herbs, chermoula is a Moroccan spice traditionally used to season fish and meat, and is the showstopping spice in tonight’s delicious recipe. Warming, simple to prep and packed with fresh good-for-you ingredients, regardless of the weather outside, this recipe is guaranteed to take you to the warm, sunny climes of Northern Africa.
Ingredients
240
British Beef Mince
100
Feta Cheese
1
Chicken Stock Powder
1
Chermoula Spice Mix
1
Beef Stock Powder
1
Finely Chopped Tomatoes with Onion and Garlic
1
Garlic Clove
50
Harissa Paste
120
Couscous
(Contains: Cereals containing gluten May contain traces of: Soya)
1
Courgette
(May contain traces of: Celery)
Not included in your delivery
150
Water for the Beef
240
Water for the Couscous
Instructions
Heat a drizzle of oil in a frying pan on high heat. When the oil is hot, add the beef mince. Break up the beef with a wooden spoon as it browns and cook for 5-6 mins.
Trimthe courgette then slice into rounds about 1cm thick. Peel and grate the garlic (or use a garlic press).
Once the beef has browned, add the chermoula and garlic. Stir and cook for 1 minute more. Pour in the chopped tomatoes and water (see ingredients for amount), then stir in the beef stock powder and harissa paste. Bring to the boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low. Leave the stew to simmer until thick and tomatoey, 15-20 mins.
Meanwhile, boil your kettle. Put the couscous in a bowl. Add the chicken stock powder and a drizzle of olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Pour the boiling water for the couscous (see ingredients for amount) into the bowl. Stir together, cover tightly with cling film and leave to the side for 10 mins or until ready to serve.
Meanwhile, heat another frying pan on high heat (no oil). Add the courgette and leave to cook until charred, 4-5 mins each side. Transfer to a plate, sprinkle with salt and pepper and set aside. Crumble the feta.
Taste the stew and season to taste with salt and pepper if needed then fluff up the couscous with a fork. Divide between bowls, spoon over the beef stew and finish with some charred courgette and top with the feta. Enjoy!
Customer reviews
Review summary
Updated on Feb 2026- Flavour: Many enjoyed the rich, spicy flavours, though some found it too tomato-heavy or salty.
- Ease of prep: Customers appreciated how quick and simple this dish was to prepare.
- Suggestions: Consider adding more vegetables like peppers or onions, and offer a leaner mince option.
- Next-day meals: Several noted the dish tasted even better reheated the following day.
- Portions: Some felt the meal was filling, while others wanted larger servings or more vegetables.
