Moroccan Lamb Tagine
A hearty and aromatic stew originating from Morocco, typically cooked in a clay pot called a tagine. This recipe serves four and is best served with couscous.
Ingredients
- β1 (1.5 kg) Lamb shouldercut into large pieces
- β1 can (400g) Bissarachickpea stew
- β2 tablespoons Olive oil
- β1 medium Onionchopped
- β3 cloves Garlicminced
- β1 inch Gingergrated
- β2 teaspoons Cuminground
- β1 teaspoon Cinnamonground
- β1 teaspoon Paprikaground
- β1 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 300Β°F (150Β°C).
- 2
In a large clay or heavy pot, heat the oil over medium heat.
- 3
Add the onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- 4
Add the garlic and ginger and cook for another minute.
- 5
Add the lamb and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.
- 6
Add the bissara, cumin, cinnamon, paprika, and salt. Stir to combine.
- 7
Bring the mixture to a boil, then cover the pot and transfer it to the preheated oven.
- 8
Braise the lamb for 2 1/2 to 3 hours, or until it is tender and falls apart easily.
- 9
Serve the lamb hot, garnished with fresh parsley and lemon wedges.