Immerse yourself in the warm, earthy flavors of North Africa with this fragrant lamb tagine. This slow-cooked dish balances savory meat with sweet dried fruit and warm spices, making it perfect for a cozy dinner.
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Description
Discover the rich, aromatic flavors of a Moroccan lamb tagine. Tender lamb slow-cooked with sweet apricots, savory spices, and crunchy almonds.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs boneless lamb shoulder, cut into 1.5-inch cubes
- 2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup dried apricots, halved
- 1/2 cup pitted green or red almonds, roughly chopped
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ginger powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes, undrained
- 3 cups beef or chicken broth
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 tablespoon honey
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- **Sear meat**: Heat the olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear the lamb cubes on all sides until browned.
- **Sauté onions**: Reduce the heat to medium. Add the sliced onions to the pot and cook until softened, about 8 minutes.
- **Bloom spices**: Stir in the minced garlic, cumin, coriander, smoked paprika, ginger powder, and cayenne pepper. Cook for one minute until fragrant.
- **Add liquid**: Pour in the diced tomatoes, beef broth, water, and honey. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- **Combine ingredients**: Add the lamb cubes, dried apricots, and chopped almonds to the pot. Stir everything together thoroughly.
- **Simmer slowly**: Reduce the heat to low, cover the Dutch oven tightly, and let the tagine simmer for at least 2 hours, or until the lamb is very tender.
- **Adjust seasoning**: Taste the sauce and adjust the salt and pepper as needed before serving hot.
Notes
- Use lamb shoulder for the best flavor; it yields a wonderfully tender result when slow-cooked.
- For deeper flavor, let the tagine rest for 10 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
- Optional: Add a pinch of saffron threads during the simmering stage for an extra layer of color and aroma.
Nutrition Facts
Per serving (serves 6). Values are estimates.
- Calories: 485 kcal
- Protein: 37g
- Fat: 20g
- Total Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 6g
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 450mg
Keywords: tagine, lamb, moroccan, slow-cooker, stew
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