Eastern Lamb Tagine
A classic Moroccan stew made with tender lamb, aromatic spices, and dried fruits. Perfect for a special occasion or a cozy night in.
Ingredients
- β1.5 lbs lamb shouldercut into 1-inch pieces
- β2 tbsp middle eastern spice blendstore-bought or homemade
- β2 tbsp olive oil
- β1 large onionchopped
- β3 cloves garlicminced
- β1 cup dried apricotschopped
- β1/2 cup pruneschopped
- β2 cups chicken brothlow-sodium
- β2 tbsp honey
Instructions
- 1
Heat the oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat.
- 2
Add the onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- 3
Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- 4
Add the lamb and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.
- 5
Add the spice blend, apricots, prunes, and broth. Bring to a boil.
- 6
Reduce the heat to low and simmer, covered, for 1 1/2 hours, or until the lamb is tender.
- 7
Stir in the honey and cook for an additional 10 minutes.
- 8
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 9
Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley or cilantro.
- 10
Traditionally, the tagine is served over couscous or rice.