Tunisian Charred Lamb Tagine
A traditional North African stew slow-cooked in a clay pot. The combination of aromatic spices and lamb creates a rich and flavorful dish.
Ingredients
- β1.5 kg Lamb shoulderbone-in
- β2 tbsp Olive oil
- β2 Onionchopped
- β4 cloves Garlicminced
- β2 tsp Tunisian spices
- β1 tsp Chili powder
- β1 tsp Aromatic spicesmix of cumin, coriander, and cinnamon
- β1 cup Charred vegetablessuch as bell peppers and eggplant
- βto taste Salt and pepper
Instructions
- 1
Heat the olive oil in a large clay pot over medium-high heat.
- 2
Brown the lamb shoulder on all sides, then remove it from the pot.
- 3
Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- 4
Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- 5
Add the Tunisian spices, chili powder, and aromatic spices. Cook for 1 minute.
- 6
Add the charred vegetables and cook for 2 minutes.
- 7
Return the lamb shoulder to the pot and add enough water to cover.
- 8
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer, covered, for 2 hours.
- 9
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 10
Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.