Lamb tagine is a classic dish from North Africa that is easy to make at home. The key to a great lamb tagine is using high-quality ingredients and allowing the flavors to meld together slowly. This recipe uses tender lamb shoulder, aromatic spices, and a variety of vegetables to create a flavorful and satisfying dish. Serve it over couscous or rice for a complete meal.
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EASY LAMB TAGINE
This easy Moroccan lamb tagine is a great recipe for using up storecupboard spices - cumin, ginger, coriander and cinnamon. It's low in calories too.
Provided by delicious. magazine
Categories Cheat's recipes
Time 1h10m
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Brown 400g lamb leg steaks, cubed, in 2 tbsp olive oil in a pan. Set aside. Add 1 onion, sliced, and 2 garlic cloves, chopped, to the pan and fry for 5 minutes.
- Add 2 tsp each ground coriander and cumin, 1 tsp ground ginger and a pinch of cinnamon, and fry for 2 minutes.
- Add the lamb and a 400g can chopped tomatoes and 200ml chicken stock. Add 100g pitted prunes, chopped. Simmer for 40-45 minutes.
- Stir in 1 tbsp ground almonds and a handful chopped fresh coriander. Serve with herby couscous.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 306kcals, Fat 17.1g (4.4g saturated), Protein 25.9g, Carbohydrate 16.1g (13.7g sugar)
FAMILY MEALS: EASY LAMB TAGINE
Sweet juicy apricots and tender butternut squash are a winner with kids and make for a delicious Middle Eastern family meal for toddlers through to teens and beyond
Provided by Caroline Hire - Food writer
Categories Dinner, Main course
Time 2h20m
Yield Serves a family of 4-6 or makes 6-8 toddler meals
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Heat the olive oil in a heavy-based pan and add the onion and carrot. Cook for 3- 4 mins until softened.
- Add the diced lamb and brown all over. Stir in the garlic and all the spices and cook for a few mins more or until the aromas are released.
- Add the honey and apricots, crumble in the stock cube and pour over roughly 500ml boiling water or enough to cover the meat. Give it a good stir and bring to the boil. Turn down to a simmer, put the lid on and cook for 1 hour.
- Remove the lid and cook for a further 30 mins, then stir in the squash. Cook for 20 - 30 mins more until the squash is soft and the lamb is tender. Serve alongside rice or couscous and sprinkle with parsley and pine nuts, if using.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 413 calories, Fat 21.7 grams fat, SaturatedFat 7.5 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 27.3 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 22.4 grams sugar, Fiber 6.4 grams fiber, Protein 27.2 grams protein, Sodium 1 milligram of sodium
Tips:
- To make the most tender lamb, choose a cut from the shoulder or leg.
- Brown the lamb in a hot pan before adding it to the tagine. This will help to seal in the juices and give the meat a nice caramelized flavor.
- Add a variety of vegetables to your tagine, such as carrots, celery, onions, and tomatoes. This will add flavor and texture to the dish.
- Use a flavorful broth or stock to make the sauce for your tagine. This will help to enhance the flavor of the lamb and vegetables.
- Season your tagine with a variety of spices, such as cumin, coriander, paprika, and ginger. This will give the dish a warm and inviting flavor.
- Cook the tagine on low heat for a long period of time. This will help to tenderize the lamb and allow the flavors to meld together.
- Serve the tagine with couscous or rice. This will help to soak up the flavorful sauce.
Conclusion:
Lamb tagine is a delicious and hearty dish that is perfect for a cold winter night. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With a few simple tips, you can make a lamb tagine that is sure to impress your friends and family.
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