Traditional Egyptian Tagine with Olives
A hearty and flavorful North African dish made with tender meat, sweet gooey sauce, and a hint of sourness.
Ingredients
- β1 cup, pitted Egyptian olives
- β1/2 cup Gooey sauce (honey and water mixture)
- β1 cup, fresh or frozen Sour cherries
- β1 medium, chopped Onion
- β3 cloves, minced Garlic
- β2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- β2 cups Water
- β2 teaspoons Tagine spice blend
- β1/4 cup, chopped Fresh parsley
Instructions
- 1
Heat oil in the bottom of a clay or ceramic tagine or Dutch oven over medium heat.
- 2
Add the onion and garlic and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- 3
Add the tomato paste and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- 4
Add the cherries, olives, water, and tagine spice blend. Stir to combine.
- 5
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer, covered, for 30 minutes.
- 6
Stir in the gooey sauce and continue to simmer for another 10-15 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
- 7
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 8
Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley.