LAMB TAGINE WITH PEARS

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Sweet pears make an unexpectedly delicious foil for tender braised lamb shoulder in this stew-like dish. A trio of spices -- ginger, cinnamon, and saffron -- impart a wonderful aroma as the tagine simmers.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Lamb Recipes

Yield Serves 4 to 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 tablespoons grapeseed oil
1 pound whole shallots, peeled
1 3/4 pounds boned lamb shoulder, cut into large pieces
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
3/4 teaspoon ground ginger
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon saffron
4 firm pears, such as Comice
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons unsalted butter

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat 3 tablespoons oil over medium heat. Add shallots, and saute until lightly browned. Add lamb, and cook until browned all over. Add just enough water to cover (about 3 cups). Season with salt, pepper, ginger, cinnamon, and saffron. Simmer, covered, over low heat until lamb is very tender, about 1 hour. If the sauce needs to thicken, uncover, and cook for 15 minutes more.
  • Meanwhile, quarter and core pears, but do not peel them. In a large skillet, heat butter and remaining tablespoon of oil over medium heat. Add pears, and cook until cut sides have caramelized. Place pears, skin-side up, on top of meat in the skillet. Continue to cook, covered, until pears are very tender, about 30 minutes. Be sure not to overcook pears or they will fall apart. Serve immediately.

Ahmad Comrade official
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This was my first time making a tagine and I'm so glad I chose this recipe. It was easy to follow and the results were amazing! The lamb was fall-off-the-bone tender and the pears were a delicious addition. I will definitely be making this dish again


King Xattri
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I loved the combination of lamb and pears in this dish. The lamb was cooked perfectly and the pears added a touch of sweetness that really made the dish. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Md Zahaid
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion. The lamb was incredibly tender and the pears were a delightful addition. The sauce was also very flavorful. I would definitely make this dish again.


zilke 12
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I'm not a huge fan of lamb, but I decided to give this recipe a try and I'm so glad I did! The lamb was cooked perfectly and the flavors were incredible. The pears were a great addition and really helped to balance out the richness of the lamb.


FELICIA ONYENWE
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This dish was a bit time-consuming to make, but it was definitely worth it. The lamb was fall-off-the-bone tender and the pears were a delicious addition. The sauce was also very flavorful. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Okum Ismail
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I found this recipe to be a bit too complicated. I think it would have been easier if there were fewer steps or if the instructions were more clear. The lamb was cooked well, though, and the overall flavor was good.


gagan oli
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This dish was a bit too spicy for my taste. I think I would have preferred it with less harissa or maybe a different type of spice. The lamb was cooked well, though, and the overall flavor was good.


Clarasexy Offiong
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I loved this dish! The lamb was so tender and juicy, and the pears were a perfect complement. The sauce was also very flavorful. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Daniel Kyalo
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This was a great recipe! The lamb was cooked perfectly and the pears were a delicious addition. The sauce was also very flavorful. I will definitely be making this dish again.


ATTA SURBANA
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Overall, I thought this dish was pretty good. The lamb was tender and the pears added a nice sweetness. The sauce was also very flavorful. I would definitely make this dish again.


Myron Royston
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This dish was a disaster! The lamb was tough and the pears were mushy. The sauce was also very bland. I would not recommend this recipe.


Roro Mohamed
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I found this recipe to be a bit bland. I think it needed more spices or maybe some herbs. The lamb was cooked well, but the overall flavor was just lacking.


Genavieve Curiel
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This dish was a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I would have preferred it with fewer pears or maybe a different type of fruit. The lamb was cooked perfectly, though, and the sauce was very flavorful.


olamiji Kupalo
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook lamb and this recipe definitely delivered. The lamb was cooked to perfection and the pears were a great addition. The sauce was also very flavorful and I loved the combination of spices. I will definitely be ma


Jonathan S. Moore Jr
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This was my first time making a tagine and I'm so glad I chose this recipe. It was easy to follow and the results were amazing! The lamb was fall-off-the-bone tender and the pears added a lovely sweetness. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Zia Sipra
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I love tagines and this lamb tagine with pears was one of the best I've ever had. The lamb was incredibly tender and the pears added a delicious sweetness. The sauce was also very flavorful and I loved the combination of spices. I will definitely be


Kiruuta Ali Badru
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This dish was a bit more time-consuming to make than I expected, but it was definitely worth it. The lamb was melt-in-your-mouth tender and the sauce was incredibly flavorful. I served it with roasted vegetables and it was a perfect meal.


Abdul Qadus
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I'm not a huge fan of lamb, but I decided to give this recipe a try and I'm so glad I did! The lamb was cooked perfectly and the flavors were incredible. The pears were a great addition and really helped to balance out the richness of the lamb.


MD SUMON BOSS
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I followed the recipe exactly and the results were amazing! The lamb was so tender and juicy, and the pears added a touch of sweetness that really made the dish. I served it over couscous and it was a perfect meal.


Gracie Otis
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This lamb tagine with pears was an absolute delight! The flavors were perfectly balanced, with the sweetness of the pears complementing the savory lamb. The meat was fall-off-the-bone tender and the sauce was rich and flavorful. I will definitely be