Lamb Tagine
A traditional Moroccan dish made with tender lamb and a variety of spices, cooked in a flavorful tagine.
Ingredients
- β1.5 kg Lamb shouldercut into 2-inch pieces
- β2 tbsp Olive oilfor cooking
- β1 large Onionchopped
- β3 cloves Garlicminced
- β1-inch piece Gingergrated
- β1 tsp Cuminground
- β1 tsp Corianderground
- β1 tsp Paprikasmoked
- β1 tsp Saltto taste
- β1/2 tsp Black pepperto taste
Instructions
- 1
Heat the olive oil in the bottom of a large clay or ceramic tagine over medium heat.
- 2
Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- 3
Add the minced garlic and grated ginger and cook for another minute.
- 4
Add the lamb pieces and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
- 5
Add the cumin, coriander, paprika, salt, and black pepper, and stir to combine.
- 6
Add 1 cup of water to the tagine and bring to a boil.
- 7
Reduce the heat to low and simmer, covered, for 1 1/2 hours, or until the lamb is tender.
- 8
Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.