LAMB SHANK TAGINE WITH APRICOT COUSCOUS

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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 4h10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

4 lamb shanks (shin bone, cut short)
2 cups carrots (sliced on bias, 1/4-inch thick)
2 cups onions, diced
4 tablespoons fresh grated ginger
8 cloves garlic
1 cup raisins or currants
2 tablespoons ground cumin (toasted, fresh ground)
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
1 cup Kalamata olives
1/2 cup lemon preserves, sliced
1 quart chicken stock
1 quart veal stock
1 box instant couscous
1 cup green coriander, roughly chopped
1 cup dried apricots, diced
1 cup scallions, diced

Steps:

  • In a hot casserole, sear lamb shanks until brown and remove. Saute carrots, onions, ginger and garlic for five minutes. Add raisins and spices and quickly stir. Return lamb to pot and add olives, lemon and stock. Bring to a boil and simmer approximately 2 and 1/2 hours or until fork tender. Season with salt, pepper, and sugar to taste.
  • Follow directions on box for preparation of couscous. Add all other ingredients.
  • Yield: 6 to 8 servings

Nashiru Abdul Rashid
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Overall, I thought this tagine was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't anything special either.


vang xiong
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This tagine was a lot of work, but it was worth it. The flavors were amazing.


Tamim Toha
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I found this recipe to be a bit too bland. I had to add extra spices to give it some flavor.


Abass Ali
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my tagine didn't turn out as flavorful as I hoped. It was still good, but not great.


Josh Johnson
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This tagine is a great way to use up leftover lamb. It's also a great make-ahead meal.


Emmanuela Kafuki Charles
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I love the way the apricots add a touch of sweetness to this dish.


Gazi Arif
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I'm not a very experienced cook, but this recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.


Katlego Fifi
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This is one of my favorite tagine recipes. It's so easy to make and the flavors are amazing.


Mavluda Rahmonova
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I made this tagine for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Arryan Ali
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This tagine is a great way to warm up on a cold night. It's hearty and filling, and the spices really help to warm you up.


Ishaq Ishaqkhan
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I love the presentation of this dish. It's so colorful and inviting.


Leonardo Rivera
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover lamb.


Arif Miea
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I'm not a huge fan of lamb, but I really enjoyed this dish. The apricots and spices really helped to balance out the flavor of the lamb.


Abinash Limboo
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This tagine is a great make-ahead meal. You can cook it in the slow cooker or in the oven, and it's just as good the next day.


Josue Soto
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I love the combination of lamb and apricots in this dish. It's a perfect balance of sweet and savory.


MdSopik Sopikul
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This tagine is a great way to impress your guests. It's easy to make and the flavors are amazing. I highly recommend it.


Funmi Deborah
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I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out perfectly. The lamb was fall-off-the-bone tender and the sauce was rich and flavorful. I served it over couscous and it was a delicious and satisfying meal.


Njagi Waithera
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This lamb shank tagine was a hit with my family! The meat was so tender and flavorful, and the apricot couscous was the perfect accompaniment. I will definitely be making this dish again.