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Classic Algerian Lamb Tagine
A traditional North African dish made with tender lamb, aromatic spices, and dried fruits, slow-cooked in a flavorful stew.
⏱210 min🍽4 servings📊medium
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Ingredients
- ●1.5 lbs lamb shoulderbone-in
- ●2 tsp aromaticground
- ●1 tsp algerianground spice blend
- ●1 taginetraditional clay pot or Dutch oven
- ●2 tbsp olive oilfor cooking
- ●1 medium onionchopped
- ●3 cloves garlicminced
- ●1 cup dried apricotschopped
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat the tagine or Dutch oven to medium heat. Add the oil and brown the lamb on all sides, about 5 minutes.
- 2
Remove the lamb from the pot and set aside. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- 3
Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- 4
Add the ground aromatic and Algerian spice blends, and cook for 1 minute.
- 5
Return the lamb to the pot, add the chopped dried apricots, and stir to combine.
- 6
Cover the pot and transfer it to the oven. Braise the lamb for 2-3 hours, or until tender and falling apart.
- 7
Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley or cilantro.