LAMB SHANK TAGINE WITH DATES
Steps:
- 1. Trim shanks of excess fat, then season generously with salt and pepper. In a small bowl, combine garlic, fresh ginger, paprika and cumin, and smear over shanks. Leave shanks at room temperature to season for at least an hour. (Or you can wrap and refrigerate several hours, or overnight; return to room temperature before proceeding.) 2. In a Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed soup pot, melt butter over medium-high heat. Add onion and saffron, and sprinkle with salt. Cook for 5 minutes, until somewhat softened. Stir in tomato paste and cook 1 minute. Lower heat to medium, add seasoned shanks and let cook with onions, turning occasionally, until meat and onions are lightly browned, about 10 minutes. 3. Heat oven to 400 degrees. Add cinnamon stick, dried ginger, chopped dates and water to barely cover (about 31/2 to 4 cups) to the pot. Bring to a simmer, cover pot with a tightfitting lid and place in oven. Bake for 30 minutes, then turn heat down to 350 degrees. Check sauce and add water if level of liquid is below meat. Continue baking for another hour, checking liquid level occasionally, then test meat by probing with skewer or paring knife. It should be quite tender and almost falling from bone, but cooked no further. (Tagine may be prepared to this point up to two days ahead. Reheat gently in a covered pot on the stovetop, adding a little more water as necessary.) 4. Remove meat from pot and place in deep, wide serving bowl. Skim off any surface fat from cooking liquid in pot. Add whole dates to pot and simmer for a few minutes to reduce sauce slightly. Pour sauce and dates over meat. To serve, garnish with raisins, pomegranate seeds and cilantro sprigs.
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Osamu Makdod
[email protected]This is my go-to recipe for lamb shank tagine. It's always a hit with my family and friends. I love the way the lamb shanks fall off the bone and the sauce is always so flavorful.
Arshad ahmad
[email protected]This tagine was a bit too spicy for my taste. I would recommend using less cayenne pepper if you're not a fan of spicy food.
Dip Thakuri
[email protected]I'm not a fan of dates, but I really enjoyed this tagine. The dates added a subtle sweetness to the dish that was really nice. I will definitely be making this again.
Terrin Fuller
[email protected]This lamb shank tagine is a great make-ahead meal. I like to cook it on the weekend and then reheat it during the week. It's also a great dish to freeze.
Kajura Francis
[email protected]I'm a big fan of tagines and this one is one of my favorites. The combination of lamb, dates, and spices is perfect. I like to serve it with a side of yogurt and mint.
Arifur Rahaman Nafish
[email protected]I made this tagine in my slow cooker and it turned out great. The lamb shanks were fall-apart tender and the sauce was thick and flavorful. I served it with rice and it was a delicious and easy meal.
Sinyou rita
[email protected]This lamb shank tagine was a bit of a disappointment. The meat was tough and the sauce was bland. I followed the recipe exactly, so I'm not sure what went wrong. I won't be making this dish again.
Jennifer Alongi
[email protected]I made this tagine for a dinner party and it was a huge success. The lamb shanks were cooked to perfection and the sauce was rich and flavorful. My guests loved it and I received many compliments. I highly recommend this recipe.
Anees Niaiz
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing. The lamb shanks were so tender and juicy, and the sauce was perfectly balanced. I served it with couscous and vegetables, and it was a hit with my family. I will definitely be making this a
Adriana Saldana
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of lamb, but this tagine changed my mind. The meat was cooked perfectly and the sauce was incredibly flavorful. I especially loved the hint of cinnamon and cumin. This dish is a keeper!
Fall sheer Sheer
[email protected]This lamb shank tagine with dates was an absolute delight! The meat was fall-off-the-bone tender and the sauce was rich and flavorful. I loved the combination of sweet and savory flavors. I will definitely be making this dish again!