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Lamb Tagine with Prunes
Iftar
Moroccan
Morocco

Lamb Tagine with Prunes

120 mins
Medium
Halal

Description

A sweet and savory Moroccan stew with tender lamb and dried fruits, perfect for Iftar.

Ingredients

  • 1 kg lamb shoulder, cut into chunks
  • 2 onions, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp ground ginger
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp ground turmeric
  • 1/2 tsp ground coriander
  • 1 cup prunes, pitted
  • 1/2 cup dried apricots
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 cups chicken or lamb stock
  • 1/4 cup toasted almonds
  • Fresh coriander for garnish
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. 1
    Heat olive oil in a tagine or heavy pot. Brown the lamb pieces on all sides.
  2. 2
    Add onions and garlic, sauté until softened.
  3. 3
    Add all the spices and stir to coat the meat.
  4. 4
    Pour in the stock, bring to a boil, then reduce heat.
  5. 5
    Cover and simmer for 1.5 hours until meat is tender.
  6. 6
    Add prunes, apricots, and honey. Simmer for another 30 minutes.
  7. 7
    Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  8. 8
    Garnish with toasted almonds and fresh coriander.
  9. 9
    Serve with couscous or bread.

Nutrition Information

Calories

480 kcal

Protein

35g

Carbs

40g

Fat

22g