Description
Turkish-Spiced Lamb & Apricot Tagine is a deliciously aromatic dish that combines tender lamb with sweet apricots, creating a perfect balance of flavors. Infused with warm spices like cinnamon and cumin, this tagine transports you to the heart of Turkey with every bite. Ideal for cozy nights or dinner parties, this dish promises to impress your family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs boneless lamb shoulder
- 1 cup dried apricots
- 2 medium sweet onions, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping onions and mincing garlic.
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat; sauté onions and garlic until soft (about 5 minutes).
- Increase heat to medium-high; sear lamb pieces until golden brown on all sides (8-10 minutes).
- Add cinnamon, cumin, coriander, salt, and pepper; stir until fragrant. Pour in chicken broth and add dried apricots; bring to a gentle simmer.
- Reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours until the lamb is fork-tender. Stir occasionally.
- Just before serving, mix in freshly chopped cilantro or parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Turkish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg