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Lamb Tagine

Name: Lamb Tagine
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Moroccan
Ingredients: 2 tblsp Olive Oil; 1 finely sliced Onion; 2 chopped Carrots; 500g Lamb Leg; 2 cloves minced Garlic; ½ tsp Cumin; ½ tsp Ginger; ¼ tsp Saffron; 1 tsp Cinnamon; 1 tblsp Honey; 100g Apricot; 1 Vegetable Stock Cube; 1 medium chopped Butternut Squash; Steamed Couscous; Chopped Parsley

Lamb Tagine is a classic Moroccan dish that holds a distinguished place in traditional cooking. Celebrated for its wholesome ingredients and time-honored preparation, this dish brings authentic regional character to the home kitchen.

Carefully prepared featuring Onion, Carrots, Lamb Leg, Garlic, Cumin, Ginger, Saffron, Cinnamon, Honey, Apricot, Vegetable Stock Cube, Butternut Squash, Couscous and Parsley, the ingredients are simmered and seasoned to achieve a satisfying depth of flavor. The cooking process allows natural aromas to develop, ensuring each portion is both hearty and flavorful.

Serve hot alongside fresh bread, steamed grains, or a crisp seasonal salad for a well-rounded dining experience.

If you enjoy authentic Moroccan cooking, be sure to also explore our recipe for Lamb Tomato And Sweet Spices.

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Ingredients

Olive Oil2 tblsp
Onion1 finely sliced
Carrots2 chopped
Lamb Leg500g
Garlic2 cloves minced
Cumin½ tsp
Ginger½ tsp
Saffron¼ tsp
Cinnamon1 tsp
Honey1 tblsp
Apricot100g
Vegetable Stock Cube1
Butternut Squash1 medium chopped
CouscousSteamed
ParsleyChopped

Step-by-Step Instructions

10 steps

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Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a heavy-based pan and add the onion and carrot.

Step 2⏱️ 4 mins

Cook for 3- 4 mins until softened.

Step 3

Add the diced lamb and brown all over.

Step 4🥄 Mix

Stir in the garlic and all the spices and cook for a few mins more or until the aromas are released.

Step 5

Add the honey and apricots, crumble in the stock cube and pour over roughly 500ml boiling water or enough to cover the meat.

Step 6♨️ Boil

Give it a good stir and bring to the boil.

Step 7🍲 Simmer⏱️ 1 hour

Turn down to a simmer, put the lid on and cook for 1 hour.

Step 8🥄 Mix⏱️ 30 mins

Remove the lid and cook for a further 30 mins, then stir in the squash.

Step 9⏱️ 30 mins

Cook for 20 – 30 mins more until the squash is soft and the lamb is tender.

Step 10✨ Serve

Serve alongside rice or couscous and sprinkle with parsley and pine nuts, if using.

👨‍🍳 Chef's Culinary Notes

Cultural Heritage

Lamb Tagine carries a rich culinary tradition rooted in regional home cooking. Developed over generations, the recipe highlights wholesome local ingredients prepared with time-honored kitchen techniques.

Dietary Substitutions

For a richer sauce, replace a portion of the water with homemade bone broth, vegetable stock, or a splash of dry wine or red wine vinegar to cut through richness.

Chef Technique Tips

Take the time to thoroughly sear and brown onion in batches before adding the braising liquid. The caramelized fond deposited on the bottom of the pot dissolves into the stew, providing depth and body that cannot be rushed.

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