Algerian Mutton Tagine
A hearty, slow-cooked stew originating from Algeria, typically made with mutton or beef, and a blend of spices.
Ingredients
- ●1 pound muttoncut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
- ●2 tablespoons warmly spiced olive oilsee note
- ●1 large onionchopped
- ●3 cloves garlicminced
- ●2 teaspoons algerian spices blendsee note
- ●1 teaspoon saltoptional
- ●1 teaspoon cuminoptional
- ●1/2 teaspoon black pepperoptional
- ●1 tablespoon honeyoptional
Instructions
- 1
Heat the warmly spiced olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat.
- 2
Add the chopped onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and lightly browned, about 8 minutes.
- 3
Add the minced garlic and cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute.
- 4
Add the mutton pieces and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
- 5
Add the Algerian spices blend, salt, cumin, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
- 6
Add 2 cups of water to the pot and bring to a boil.
- 7
Reduce the heat to low and simmer, covered, until the mutton is tender, about 2-3 hours.
- 8
Stir in the honey, if using.
- 9
Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs, if desired.