Tunisian Lamb Tagine
A flavorful and aromatic French-inspired dish from North Africa, featuring tender lamb in a rich and spicy sauce.
Ingredients
- β2 teaspoons smoky paprika
- β1.5 pounds lamb shoulder
- β2 tablespoons tunisian olive oil
- β1 medium onion
- β3 cloves garlic
- β1 tablespoon, grated ginger
- β1 teaspoon cumin
- β1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- β1 teaspoon salt
- β1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- 1
1. Heat the tunisian olive oil in a large Dutch oven or clay tagine over medium heat.
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2. Add the onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
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3. Add the garlic and ginger and cook for 1 minute.
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4. Add the lamb and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.
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5. Add the cumin, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper and stir to combine.
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6. Add the smoky paprika and stir to combine.
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7. Add 2 cups of water and bring to a boil.
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8. Reduce the heat to low and simmer, covered, for 1 1/2 hours, or until the lamb is tender.
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9. Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.