Tunisian Lamb Tagine with Italian Twist
A fusion of traditional Tunisian and Italian flavors in this hearty lamb tagine. The tender lamb is slow-cooked in a rich and aromatic sauce, served with crusty Italian bread.
Ingredients
- β1.5 kg Lamb shoulder, bone-inCut into 2-inch pieces
- β200g Tender apricotsChopped
- β2 Tunisian preserved lemonFinely chopped
- β20g Italian flat-leaf parsleyChopped
- β3 cloves GarlicMinced
- β100ml Extra virgin olive oil
- β250ml White wine
- β500ml Chicken broth
- β2 tbsp HoneyOptional
Instructions
- 1
Heat oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
- 2
Brown lamb pieces on all sides, then set aside.
- 3
Soften garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- 4
Add preserved lemon, cook for 1 minute.
- 5
Add wine, broth, and honey (if using). Stir to combine.
- 6
Return lamb to the pot, cover and transfer to the oven.
- 7
Braise at 160Β°C (325Β°F) for 2 hours.
- 8
Stir in chopped parsley and cook for a further 10 minutes.
- 9
Simmer on the stovetop for 10 minutes before serving.
- 10
Serve with crusty Italian bread and chopped fresh parsley.