Braised Lamb Tagine
Rich and flavorful North African-inspired French dish featuring tender lamb in a stew-like tagine.
Ingredients
- β1 1/2 pounds lamb shouldercut into 2-inch pieces
- β2 tablespoons olive oil
- β1 large onionchopped
- β3 cloves garlicminced
- β1 tablespoon gingergrated
- β1 teaspoon cumin
- β1 teaspoon coriander
- β salt
- β black pepper
- β1 can chickpeasdrained and rinsed
Instructions
- 1
Heat the oil in the bottom of a clay or ceramic tagine over medium heat.
- 2
Add the onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- 3
Add the garlic and ginger and cook for 1 minute.
- 4
Add the lamb and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.
- 5
Add the cumin, coriander, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- 6
Add the chickpeas and enough stock to cover the lamb.
- 7
Bring to a boil, then cover and transfer to the oven.
- 8
Braise for 2 1/2 hours, or until the lamb is tender.
- 9
Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.