Introduction
Tagine is a traditional North African dish that has gained popularity all over the world. It is a slow-cooked stew with meat, vegetables, and fruits that are cooked in a special pot called a tagine. In this article, we will be sharing a delicious recipe for lamb and apricot tagine that will leave your taste buds wanting more.
Ingredients
For this recipe, you will need:
- 1 kg lamb shoulder, cut into chunks
- 2 onions, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp ground coriander
- 1 tsp turmeric
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 400g can chopped tomatoes
- 250ml lamb or chicken stock
- 200g dried apricots, chopped
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp chopped coriander leaves
- Couscous or rice to serve
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180°C.
- Heat the olive oil in a large, ovenproof casserole dish over medium heat. Add the lamb and cook until browned on all sides. Remove from the dish and set aside.
- Add the onions and garlic to the same dish and cook for 5 minutes or until softened.
- Add the cumin, coriander, turmeric, cinnamon, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the dish and cook for 1-2 minutes or until fragrant.
- Add the chopped tomatoes, stock, and chopped apricots to the dish and stir to combine.
- Return the lamb to the dish and stir to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer, then cover with a lid and transfer to the oven.
- Cook for 2-2.5 hours or until the lamb is tender and the sauce has thickened.
- Remove the dish from the oven and stir in the honey and chopped coriander leaves.
- Serve the tagine with couscous or rice.
Tips
- If you don’t have an ovenproof casserole dish, you can transfer the mixture to a tagine pot or a slow cooker instead.
- If you like your tagine spicier, you can add more paprika or chili powder to the dish.
- You can also substitute the lamb with beef or chicken if you prefer.
- If you can’t find dried apricots, you can use prunes or raisins instead.
Conclusion
This lamb and apricot tagine recipe is perfect for a cozy night in or for entertaining guests. The combination of tender lamb, sweet apricots, and aromatic spices will transport your taste buds to North Africa. Serve with couscous or rice and enjoy a delicious and filling meal.
