Spiced Moroccan Lamb Tagine
A hearty and aromatic Moroccan stew made with tender lamb, rich spices, and dried fruits.
Ingredients
- ●1 1/2 pounds Lamb shoulderCut into 2-inch pieces
- ●2 tablespoons Olive oil
- ●1 large OnionChopped
- ●3 cloves GarlicMinced
- ●1-inch piece GingerGrated
- ●2 teaspoons Cumin
- ●1 teaspoon Cinnamon
- ●1 teaspoon Paprika
- ●1/2 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- ●1 teaspoon Salt
- ●1 cup Dried apricots
- ●1 cup Pitted prunes
- ●1/4 cup Chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
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1. Heat the oil in the bottom of a large clay or ceramic tagine or Dutch oven over medium heat.
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2. Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until it is softened and lightly browned, about 8 minutes.
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3. Add the garlic and ginger and cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute.
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4. Add the cumin, cinnamon, paprika, and cayenne pepper and cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute.
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5. Add the lamb and cook, stirring occasionally, until it is browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.
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6. Add the apricots, prunes, salt, and 1 cup of water to the tagine.
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7. Bring the mixture to a boil, then cover the tagine and transfer it to the oven.
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8. Braise the tagine in a preheated oven at 300°F (150°C) for 2 1/2 hours, or until the lamb is tender.
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9. Remove the tagine from the oven and stir in the parsley.
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10. Serve the tagine hot, garnished with additional parsley if desired.