Lamb Tagine with Apricots and Almonds
A traditional Middle Eastern stew made with tender lamb, sweet apricots, and crunchy almonds, all slow-cooked in a rich and creamy sauce.
Ingredients
- β1.5 lbs Lamb Shoulder
- β1 cup Apricotsdried
- β1/2 cup Almonds
- β2 tbsp Olive Oil
- β1 large Onion
- β3 cloves Garlic
- β1 tsp Cumin
- β1 tsp Coriander
- β1/2 tsp Cinnamon
- β1 tsp Salt
Instructions
- 1
Heat the olive oil in the bottom of a clay or ceramic tagine or Dutch oven over medium heat.
- 2
Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- 3
Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- 4
Add the lamb and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.
- 5
Add the cumin, coriander, cinnamon, and salt. Cook for 1 minute.
- 6
Add the apricots and almonds. Stir to combine.
- 7
Add 2 cups of water to the tagine and bring to a boil.
- 8
Reduce the heat to low and simmer, covered, for 2 hours, or until the lamb is tender.
- 9
Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.