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Zucchini with Meat: 7 Hearty Recipes to Savor

Zucchini with Meat

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A cozy and hearty one-pot dish featuring tender beef chunks and sautéed zucchini simmered in a savory tomato broth.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound beef chuck or stew meat, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 3 medium zucchini, sliced into thick rounds
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • Pinch of cinnamon (optional)

Instructions

  1. Set a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat until hot.
  2. Add olive oil and brown the beef until golden. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same pot, sauté onions until soft. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
  4. Return beef to pot. Stir in tomato paste, salt, pepper, cumin, and cinnamon.
  5. Pour in beef broth. Simmer covered for 40 minutes. Add zucchini and cook for another 15–20 minutes.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning. Simmer uncovered to thicken if needed.
  7. Serve warm with rice, couscous, or flatbread.

Notes

  • Pair with rice or flatbread for a complete meal.

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