moroccan lamb tagine

How To Cook/Prepare Moroccan Lamb Tagine

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Origin:
Lamb Tagine is a celebrated dish from Morocco, representing centuries of Berber and Arab culinary traditions. Cooked slowly in a traditional clay tagine, this stew blends tender lamb with aromatic spices, preserved lemons, and olives. It is a dish that embodies the North African emphasis on slow cooking and communal sharing, reflecting the region’s rich history in the spice trade.

Ingredients

  • Servings: 4
    Preparation Time: 1 hour 30 minutes

    • 1 lb lamb shoulder, cut into cubes
    • 1 large onion, sliced
    • 2 cloves garlic, minced
    • 1 cup lamb or chicken broth
    • ½ cup green olives, pitted
    • 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
    • 1 preserved lemon, rind thinly sliced (pulp discarded)
    • 1 tsp ground cumin
    • 1 tsp ground ginger
    • ½ tsp cinnamon
    • 2 tbsp olive oil
    • Salt and pepper to taste
    • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions:

  1. Sear the Lamb:
    • In a heavy-bottomed tagine or pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season the lamb with salt and pepper, then sear until browned on all sides; remove and set aside.
  2. Sauté Aromatics:
    • Add the sliced onion and garlic to the pot; sauté until soft and slightly caramelized (≈5 minutes).
  3. Build the Stew:
    • Return the lamb to the pot. Add diced tomatoes, broth, green olives, preserved lemon slices, cumin, ginger, and cinnamon. Stir gently to combine.
  4. Slow-Cook:
    • Cover the pot and simmer on low heat for 45–60 minutes until the lamb is tender and the sauce is richly aromatic.
  5. Finish & Serve:
    • Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot with couscous or crusty bread.

Nutritional Information (Per Serving)

  • Calories: ~600 kcal
  • Protein: ~35g
  • Carbohydrates: ~30g
  • Fats: ~30g
  • Fiber: ~5g

Benefits

  • Lamb provides high-quality protein and essential nutrients such as zinc and vitamin B12.
  • The dish offers antioxidants and anti-inflammatory benefits from spices and olives.
  • A hearty, balanced meal that promotes sustained energy.

Tips

  • Marinate the lamb in spices for a few hours for extra depth of flavor.
  • Serve with a side of steamed vegetables to boost fiber and vitamins.
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