Ras El Hanout Pulled Beef Sandwich

Ingredients

• 3 tbspOlive oil
• 1 tspSalt
• 0.5 tspBlack pepper
• 1 tbspTomato paste
• 1 tbspFresh lemon juice
• 4Garlic cloves, minced
• 3 tbspRas El Hanout spice blend
• 2Large onions, sliced
• 1200 gBeef brisket or chuck roast
• 500 mlBeef broth
• 6Crusty sandwich rolls or buns
• 150 gQuick pickles or coleslaw
• 100 gFresh cilantro and mint leaves

Instructions

1. 1

   Brown beef: Preheat oven to 160°C (320°F). Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Brown beef brisket on all sides, about 8 minutes. Remove and set aside.

2. 2

   Cook aromatics and spices: Add sliced onions and minced garlic to the pot, cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in Ras El Hanout spice blend and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

3. 3

   Braise beef: Stir in tomato paste, beef broth, fresh lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Return beef to pot. Cover and braise in the oven for 3-4 hours until very tender.

4. 4

   Shred and reduce sauce: Remove beef and shred with two forks. Strain braising liquid and return to pot with shredded beef. Simmer until sauce reduces slightly.

5. 5

   Assemble sandwiches: Toast crusty buns if desired. Fill each bun with pulled beef, quick pickles, and fresh cilantro and mint leaves. Serve warm.