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Syrian-Style Braised Lamb Tagine
A hearty, slow-cooked stew originating from Syria, made with tender lamb and sweet, dried fruits.
⏱170 min🍽4 servings📊hard
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Ingredients
- ●1.5 pounds Lamb Shoulder
- ●1/2 cup Dried Apricots
- ●1/4 cup Dried Prunes
- ●2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- ●1 medium Onion
- ●3 cloves Garlic
- ●1-inch piece Ginger
- ●1 teaspoon Cinnamon
- ●1 teaspoon Cumin
- ●1/2 teaspoon Paprika
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Instructions
- 1
Heat oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat.
- 2
Brown the lamb on all sides, then set aside.
- 3
Add more oil if needed, then sauté the onion until softened.
- 4
Add garlic and ginger, cook for 1 minute.
- 5
Add dried fruits, cinnamon, cumin, and paprika; cook for 1 minute.
- 6
Return the lamb to the pot, add enough water to cover, and bring to a boil.
- 7
Transfer the pot to the oven and braise for 2 1/2 hours, or until the lamb is tender.
- 8
Remove the pot from the oven and let it cool slightly.
- 9
Skim off excess fat, then serve the lamb and sauce over couscous or rice.
- 10
Garnish with fresh herbs, if desired.