Tunisian Lamb Tagine
A traditional Indian-inspired dish made with lamb and spices, slow-cooked in a tagine.
Ingredients
- β1 1/2 pounds Lamb shouldercut into 2-inch pieces
- β1 teaspoon Whole cumin seedstoasted and ground
- β1/2 teaspoon Smoked paprikaoptional
- β2 teaspoons Tunisian spice blendadjust to taste
- β1 large Onionchopped
- β2 inches Gingergrated
- β3 cloves Garlicminced
- β1 cup Canned diced tomatoescrushed
- β1 can (14 oz) Chickpeasdrained and rinsed
- β Saltto taste
Instructions
- 1
Heat oil in a large tagine or Dutch oven over medium heat.
- 2
Add the cumin seeds and cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- 3
Add the lamb and cook until browned, about 5 minutes.
- 4
Add the onions, ginger, and garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
- 5
Add the smoked paprika, Tunisian spice blend, salt, and chickpeas. Stir to combine.
- 6
Add the diced tomatoes and stir to combine.
- 7
Bring the mixture to a simmer.
- 8
Cover the tagine and cook over low heat, stirring occasionally, until the lamb is tender and the sauce has thickened, about 1 1/2 hours.
- 9
Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs, if desired.