Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of Moroccan Lamb Tagine with Prunes, Chickpeas & Spiced Vegetables—a comforting one-pot dish that’s perfect for family dinners or special occasions. This delightful tagine brings together tender lamb, sweet prunes, and a medley of hearty vegetables, all infused with aromatic spices like turmeric, cinnamon, and cumin. The result is a savory stew that warms the soul and impresses guests. Ideal for serving over fluffy couscous or fragrant rice, this dish also makes delicious leftovers as the flavors deepen overnight. Embrace the essence of North African cuisine with this easy-to-follow recipe!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lb (680g) lamb shoulder or stew meat, cut into chunks
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 (15 oz) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 3 large carrots, peeled and chopped
- 2 small zucchinis, sliced into half-moons
- 1/2 cup prunes, chopped
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat. Add lamb chunks and sear until browned on all sides (about 5-7 minutes).
- Stir in chopped onion, minced garlic, and grated ginger; sauté for another 3-4 minutes until the onion softens.
- Add ground turmeric, cinnamon, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper to coat the meat evenly with spices.
- Incorporate chickpeas, carrots, zucchinis, and chopped prunes; mix gently to combine.
- Cover the pot and reduce heat to low. Simmer for approximately 45-60 minutes until the lamb is tender.
- Serve hot over rice or couscous.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stewing
- Cuisine: Moroccan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg