Delicious Algerian Kid Tagine
A traditional Algerian dish, this recipe is a flavorful and hearty stew made with tender lamb, vegetables, and aromatic spices. Serve with crusty bread for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- ●1 pound kid (lamb)cut into 2-inch pieces
- ●2 cups waterfor the tagine
- ●2 tablespoons algerian spice blendavailable at most Middle Eastern markets
- ●1 medium onionchopped
- ●3 cloves garlicminced
- ●2 medium carrotspeeled and chopped
- ●2 medium potatoespeeled and chopped
- ●2 tablespoons tomato pasteoptional
- ●to taste saltoptional
- ●to taste black pepperoptional
Instructions
- 1
Heat the oil in a large clay or ceramic tagine over medium heat.
- 2
Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- 3
Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- 4
Add the lamb pieces and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
- 5
Add the chopped carrots and potatoes, and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- 6
Add the water, Algerian spice blend, tomato paste (if using), salt, and black pepper.
- 7
Stir to combine, then bring the mixture to a boil.
- 8
Reduce the heat to low, cover the tagine, and simmer for 1 1/2 hours, or until the lamb is tender.
- 9
Serve the tagine hot, garnished with fresh parsley or cilantro (if desired).