Tunisian Lamb Tagine
A hearty and flavorful stew originating from Tunisia, made with tender lamb and aromatic spices.
Ingredients
- β1 1/2 pounds lamb shouldercut into 2-inch pieces
- β2 tablespoons olive oil
- β1 large onionchopped
- β3 cloves garlicminced
- β2 teaspoons tunisian spice blend
- β1 teaspoon crushed red pepper
- β1 cup chicken brothlow-sodium
- β1/2 cup dried pruneschopped
- β1/4 cup fresh parsleychopped
Instructions
- 1
Heat oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
- 2
Brown lamb pieces on all sides, about 5 minutes.
- 3
Remove lamb and set aside.
- 4
Add more oil if necessary, then sautΓ© onion and garlic until softened.
- 5
Stir in spice blend and crushed red pepper; cook 1 minute.
- 6
Add chicken broth and bring to a boil.
- 7
Return lamb to pot and cover with lid.
- 8
Transfer pot to the oven and braise for 2 1/2 hours, or until lamb is tender.
- 9
Stir in prunes and continue braising for another 30 minutes.
- 10
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 11
Serve hot, garnished with parsley.