Tunisian Lamb Tagine
A traditional North African stew made with lamb, spices, and dried fruits, slow-cooked in a clay pot.
Ingredients
- β1 1/2 pounds Lamb shoulderCut into 2-inch pieces
- β2 teaspoons Smoky paprika
- β2 teaspoons Tunisian spices
- β1 cup Dried apricotsChopped
- β1 cup Dried prunesChopped
- β2 tablespoons Olive oil
- β1 large OnionChopped
- β3 cloves GarlicMinced
- β1 teaspoon Salt
- β1/2 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
- 1
Heat oil in a large clay or ceramic pot over medium heat.
- 2
Add the onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- 3
Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- 4
Add the lamb and cook until browned, about 5 minutes.
- 5
Add the paprika, Tunisian spices, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1 minute.
- 6
Add the apricots, prunes, and 1 cup of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer, covered, for 1 1/2 hours.
- 7
Remove the lid and simmer for an additional 30 minutes, or until the lamb is tender.
- 8
Serve hot over couscous or rice.