Description
Middle Eastern spiced lamb tagine with apricot is a vibrant dish that brings the warmth of Moroccan markets right to your kitchen. This aromatic stew features tender lamb simmered with fragrant spices and sweet apricots, creating a culinary experience that tantalizes the senses. Perfect for family gatherings or impressing guests, each bite is packed with rich flavors that will leave everyone craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs lamb shoulder, cubed
- 1 large yellow onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup dried apricots, halved
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp ground coriander
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Sear lamb until browned on all sides (about 5-7 minutes).
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until translucent (about 4 minutes).
- Stir in spices and dried apricots; cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Pour in chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to low.
- Cover and simmer for about 1½ hours until lamb is fork-tender.
- Adjust seasoning if needed; serve warm over couscous or with crusty bread topped with fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stewing
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg