Exotic Moroccan Date and Almond Tagine
A Sweet and Savory North African Delight
Discover the rich flavors of North Africa with this aromatic and sweet Moroccan Tagine featuring dates and almonds.
- 1 h 45 min
- 4
- Intermediate
Ingredients
For the Tagine
For the Sweet Elements
For the Garnish
Preparation
Marinating the Protein
Mix spices and oil
In a bowl, combine olive oil, cumin, cinnamon, coriander, and turmeric.
Coat the meat
Add lamb (or chicken) pieces and ensure they are fully coated.
Refrigerate to marinate
Cover and let marinate in the fridge for at least 1 hour.
Refrigerate overnight for a deeper flavor infusion if time allows.
Preparing the Dates & Almonds
Chop dates
Chop the pitted dates and set aside.
Toast almonds
Toast the almonds in a dry pan until golden brown.
Keep stirring almonds while toasting to prevent burning.
Combine fruits & nuts
Combine dates and almonds in a small bowl.
Cooking Process
Brown the Meat
Sauté marinated meat in olive oil over medium-high heat until browned.
Build the Base
Add onions and garlic, stirring until onions are soft and translucent.
Create the Tagine
Combine all ingredients in a tagine or heavy pot, then simmer slowly.
Plating & Serving
Exotic Moroccan Date and Almond Tagine
Exotic Moroccan Date and Almond Tagine
Communal Serving
Serve the tagine directly from the pot onto a communal plate at the center of the table.