Tunisian Lamb Tagine
A traditional North African stew made with lamb, dried fruits, and spices, slow-cooked in a clay pot.
Ingredients
- β1 1/2 pounds Lamb shoulder, bone-in
- β2 tablespoons Olive oil
- β1 large Onion, chopped
- β3 cloves Garlic, minced
- β1 tablespoon Ginger, grated
- β1 teaspoon Cumin, ground
- β1 teaspoon Coriander, ground
- β1/2 teaspoon Cinnamon, ground
- β1/4 teaspoon Cloves, ground
- β1/4 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
- β1 teaspoon Salt
- β1/2 teaspoon Black pepper
- β1 cup Prunes
- β1 can Chickpeas, canned
- β2 cups Water
Instructions
- 1
Heat oil in a large clay tagine or Dutch oven over medium heat.
- 2
Add onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- 3
Add garlic, ginger, cumin, coriander, cinnamon, cloves, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 1 minute.
- 4
Add lamb and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.
- 5
Add prunes, chickpeas, water, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
- 6
Bring to a boil, then cover and transfer to the oven.
- 7
Bake at 300Β°F (150Β°C) for 2 1/2 hours, or until lamb is tender.
- 8
Serve hot over couscous or rice.
- 9
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.