Argentinian Lamb Tagine
A flavorful and aromatic lamb stew from Argentina, typically cooked in a clay pot with a conical lid.
Ingredients
- β1 pound Lamb shouldercut into 2-inch pieces
- β1 medium Lovelyonion, chopped
- β2 cloves Lightgarlic, minced
- β2 tablespoons Tagine spice blendor to taste
- β2 tablespoons Lemon juicefreshly squeezed
- β Salt and pepperto taste
- β2 tablespoons Olive oilfor cooking
Instructions
- 1
Heat the olive oil in a large clay pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
- 2
Brown the lamb pieces in batches until they are nicely browned, about 5 minutes.
- 3
Add the chopped onion to the pot and cook until it is softened, about 5 minutes.
- 4
Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.
- 5
Add the tagine spice blend, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to the pot, and stir to combine.
- 6
Return the lamb pieces to the pot and bring the mixture to a simmer.
- 7
Transfer the pot to the oven and braise the lamb for 2 1/2 to 3 hours, until it is tender.
- 8
Serve the lamb hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.