Tunisian Lamb Tagine
A traditional North African stew made with lamb, vegetables, and aromatic spices. This dish is slow-cooked in a clay pot called a tagine, which gives it a unique flavor and texture.
Ingredients
- β1.5 kg lamb shouldercut into 2-inch pieces
- β2 tbsp olive oil
- β1 large onionchopped
- β3 cloves garlicminced
- β1-inch piece gingergrated
- β1 tsp cumin
- β1 tsp coriander
- β1/2 tsp cinnamon
- β1 tsp salt
- β1/2 tsp black pepper
- β2 cups chicken broth
Instructions
- 1
Heat oil in the bottom of the tagine over medium heat.
- 2
Add onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- 3
Add garlic and ginger and cook for another minute.
- 4
Add cumin, coriander, cinnamon, salt, and pepper and cook for 1 minute.
- 5
Add lamb and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.
- 6
Add broth and bring to a boil.
- 7
Cover the tagine and transfer to the oven.
- 8
Bake at 300Β°F (150Β°C) for 2 1/2 hours, or until the meat is tender.
- 9
Garnish with fresh herbs, if desired.
- 10
Serve hot over couscous or rice.