Discover the tantalizing flavors of Morocco with this easy-to-follow recipe for "Easy Lamb Tagine with Pomegranate." This aromatic dish combines tender lamb, sweet and tangy pomegranate, and a symphony of fragrant spices in a traditional tagine or Dutch oven. Prepare to delight your senses with this authentic Moroccan experience, perfect for a special occasion or a cozy family dinner.
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EASY LAMB TAGINE WITH POMEGRANATE
Sweet and tangy pomegranate juice brings a depth of flavor and rich color to this meltingly tender lamb stew (no tagine required!) Serve with Cauliflower "Couscous" with Dried Fruit and Almonds or any traditional couscous or rice dish.
Provided by Rhoda Boone
Categories New Year's Eve Dinner Lamb Pomegranate Pomegranate Juice Coriander Cumin Mint Cilantro Braise Stew Wheat/Gluten-Free
Yield 6-8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Combine broth and pomegranate juice in a large heavy pot, Dutch oven, or tagine. Whisk in coriander, cumin, paprika, cinnamon, ginger, 1 3/4 tsp. salt, and 3/4 tsp. pepper. Add lamb, onion, and garlic, toss to coat, and gently simmer over low to medium-low heat, mostly covered, until lamb is fork-tender, about 1 1/2 hours. Uncover, increase heat to medium, and continue to cook until juices are thickened, about 15 minutes more; taste and adjust seasonings.
- Transfer lamb mixture along with any accumulated juices to a serving dish. Top with parsley or cilantro, pomegranate arils, and mint.
- Do Ahead
- Tagine can be made 3 days ahead; cover and chill. Rewarm before serving.
PEAR AND POMEGRANATE LAMB TAGINE
Pomegranate, pear and orange go together so well that I decided to use them to prepare a Middle Eastern-themed tagine with lamb. This tastes delicious served over couscous, polenta or cauliflower mashed with feta cheese. -Arlene Erlbach, Morton Grove, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 6h20m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Place lamb in a 5- or 6-qt. oval slow cooker. Add pears and shallots. Combine 1/4 cup orange juice, 1/4 cup pomegranate juice, honey and seasonings; add to slow cooker., Cook, covered, on low for until meat is tender, 6-8 hours. Remove lamb to a rimmed serving platter; keep warm. Stir remaining orange and pomegranate juices into cooking liquid; pour over lamb. Sprinkle with pomegranate seeds and parsley. If desired, serve over couscous.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 438 calories, Fat 13g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 99mg cholesterol, Sodium 680mg sodium, Carbohydrate 52g carbohydrate (28g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 31g protein.
MOROCCAN LAMB TAGINE
One of my favorite winter dinners is a warm, satisfying bowl of stew. And I'm not alone; if you think about it, each nationality has its own version of meat and vegetables simmered in one big pot, whether it's classic Irish beef stew or French beef bourguignonne or Texas chili. One night I came across a recipe for Moroccan lamb tagine in, of all places, an Australian cookbook called Bills Sydney Food. I was feeling adventurous and decided to play around with my own version of it using lamb shanks, Yukon Gold potatoes, sweet potatoes, butternut squash and lots of Eastern spices. I can't think of a more delicious, comforting dinner to serve to family or friends on a cold night. And the best part is that you can make the entire pot a day ahead of time, refrigerate it and just reheat it slowly on top of the stove. All you'll need to make that night is some couscous!
Provided by Ina Garten
Time 3h45m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a very large (12-to-13-inch) pot or Dutch oven, such as Le Creuset. Pat the lamb shanks dry with paper towels. In batches, add the lamb shanks to the pot and cook over medium heat for 3 minutes on each side, until they are nicely browned. Transfer to a plate and brown the remaining shanks, adding a little more oil, if necessary. Transfer all the shanks to the plate and set aside.
- Add the onions and cook over medium-low heat for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, adding more oil, if necessary. Add the garlic and ginger and cook for just 30 seconds. Add the chili powder, turmeric, cumin, cardamom and cinnamon and cook for one minute. Stir in the tomatoes and their liquid, the chicken stock, brown sugar, lime, 1 tablespoon salt and 1 teaspoon pepper. Add the potatoes, butternut squash and sweet potatoes and bring to a boil. Place the lamb shanks in the pot, spooning some of the sauce and vegetables over the shanks. (They will not be completely submerged.) Cover the pot and bake for 3 hours, until the lamb shanks are very tender. Serve hot with couscous.
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
LAMB TAGINE
When I made this dish I left the kitchen window open. The smell attracted several male neighbors, and when my husband came in, he said that it smelled so good, he hoped it was coming from our house and not from someone else's! Serve with my Moroccan Couscous and Cucumber Raita on this site.
Provided by BenevolentEmpress
Categories World Cuisine Recipes African North African Moroccan
Time 10h45m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 24
Steps:
- Place diced lamb in a bowl, toss with 2 tablespoons of the olive oil, and set aside. In a large resealable bag, toss together the paprika, turmeric, cumin, cayenne, cinnamon, cloves, cardamom, salt, ginger, saffron, garlic powder, and coriander; mix well. Add the lamb to the bag, and toss around to coat well. Refrigerate at least 8 hours, preferably overnight.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large, heavy bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Add 1/3 of the lamb, and brown well. Remove to a plate, and repeat with remaining lamb. Add onions and carrots to the pot and cook for 5 minutes. Stir in the fresh garlic and ginger; continue cooking for an additional 5 minutes. Return the lamb to the pot and stir in the lemon zest, chicken broth, tomato paste, and honey. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1 1/2 to 2 hours, stirring occasionally, until the meat is tender.
- If the consistency of the tagine is too thin, you may thicken it with a mixture of cornstarch and water during the last 5 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 423 calories, Carbohydrate 23.6 g, Cholesterol 109.2 mg, Fat 20.5 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 35.8 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 1128.7 mg, Sugar 11.1 g
LAMB TAGINE WITH WALNUTS AND POMEGRANATE
In this recipe, Jamie Oliver meets Nigella Laswon. His Spiced Lamb Stew with Walnuts and Pomegranate is transformed into a tagine, which was inspired by her Lamb Tagine with Dates and Pomegranate. I had no dates, so to balance out the sourness of the pomegranate, I used honey. It needed far more heat for my own preference. But with a little Harissa (prepared) on the side with a tangy Onion-Pomegranate Relish and some fluffed couscous, this was good and so very unusual. I had pondered grinding the walnuts after toasting them so they would act more as a thickener, but I liked the different texture and crunch with them being chopped. I found pomegranates that were reasonably priced at a nearby market. But since I was unable to extract very much juice from them, I purchased pomegranate juice at Trader Joe's. I have heard on foodie-type TV shows that the way an onion is sliced affects its flavor. Seems the flavor is more acrid when sliced horizontally, so I suggest slicing vertically.
Provided by French Terrine
Categories Lamb/Sheep
Time 3h
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- Dredge lamb in flour.
- Heat walnut oil or olive oil in tajine or Dutch oven with tighlly fitting lid. Once oil is hot, add the lamb and season generously with salt and pepper. Brown lamb on all sides and remove from pan.
- Meanwhile toast walnuts in preheated oven (350 degrees F) for 10 to 12 minutes. Allow to cool, then chop.
- Add 2/3s of the onions and all of the carrot and celery to the tajine and saute until softened. (Since 1 onion is used to make the relish, only 2 onions are used in this stage) Next add the finely minced garlic and ginger and saute a few minutes longer. Then add ground cumin, turmeric, and allspice, stirring well to combine all ingredients. Return lamb to the pan, adding the toasted chopped walnuts. Continue to stir, allowing all flavors to marry.
- Add in 2 cups pomegranate juice, cinnamon stick, and enough chicken broth to cover the meat. (You might not need the whole cup). Also add the bay leaves. (I had some curry leaves so used those instead of bay leaves). Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer and cover with a tightly fitting lid. Simmer for two hours, stirring occasionally, until lamb has become tender. If it becomes too dry during cooking, add more liquid. If there is too much liquid, then simmer uncovered.
- Meanwhile make the Onion-Pomegranate Relish: Place remaining thinly sliced onion in a bowl. Add the lime juice and ~ 1/2 cup pomegranate juice, then allow to stand one hour. Drain the onions, discarding all the liquid. This step takes the "bite" out the onion. Add pomegranate seeds to taste, a dash of salt, and chopped cilantro, also to taste.
- Once lamb is tender, add honey. Start with 1/4 cup, then increase according to taste. Simmer gently, long enough for the honey to infuse throughout the lamb tajine. Keep in mind, however, that honey burns easily and can create a bitter taste. (If I had dates on hand, they would have been added early on and the honey would have been omitted.).
- Serve over couscous, garnished generously with pomegranate seeds and chopped cilantro and the Harissa and Onion-Pomegranate Relish on the side. (Harissa is a chile-based condiment often used with Middle Eastern and Northern Africa cuisine. Although I have made it in the past, I just used what I had on hand -- something I had purchased from T J Maxx.).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 633, Fat 34.4, SaturatedFat 8.4, Cholesterol 80, Sodium 233.5, Carbohydrate 58.3, Fiber 7.6, Sugar 41.9, Protein 28.5
TANGY LAMB TAGINE
I love lamb stew, but wanted to try something a bit different, so I created this recipe that uses Moroccan spices. It's a wonderful way to use lamb, and it's easy to make in the slow cooker. The stew tastes even better served a day or two later, when the flavors have really had a chance to meld. -Bridget Klusman, Otsego, Michigan
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 8h40m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Sprinkle lamb with salt and pepper. In a Dutch oven, brown meat in 2 tablespoons oil in batches. Using a slotted spoon, transfer to a 4- or 5-qt. slow cooker., In the Dutch oven, saute the carrots, onions, garlic and lemon zest in remaining oil until crisp-tender. Add the lemon juice, ginger, cinnamon, cumin and paprika; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Add to slow cooker., Stir in the broth, vermouth, honey and dates. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or until lamb is tender. Sprinkle with almonds.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 440 calories, Fat 19g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 111mg cholesterol, Sodium 620mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 38g protein.
Tips:
- Choose high-quality lamb: Opt for lamb shoulder or leg for a tender and flavorful result.
- Don't skip the marinade: Marinating the lamb overnight or for at least 4 hours allows the flavors to penetrate deeply.
- Sear the lamb before stewing: This step adds a delicious caramelized crust and helps lock in the juices.
- Use a variety of spices: The combination of cumin, coriander, ginger, and cinnamon creates a warm and aromatic flavor profile.
- Don't overcrowd the tagine: Make sure there's enough space for the lamb and vegetables to cook evenly.
- Add the pomegranate molasses towards the end of cooking: This preserves its vibrant color and tart flavor.
- Serve with traditional accompaniments: Couscous, rice, or flatbread are all excellent choices for soaking up the delicious sauce.
Conclusion:
This easy lamb tagine with pomegranate is a delightful dish that combines succulent lamb, tender vegetables, and a flavorful sauce. With its vibrant colors and enticing aromas, it's sure to impress your family and friends. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner, this recipe provides a straightforward guide to creating a restaurant-quality meal in the comfort of your own home. So, gather your ingredients, fire up the stove, and embark on a culinary journey to the vibrant flavors of Morocco. You won't be disappointed!
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