Spicy Moroccan Lamb Tagine
Experience the rich, aromatic blend of spices in this traditional Moroccan lamb tagine, slow-cooked to perfection, offering tantalizing flavors and exquisite textures.
Preparation
Get these tasks done before you start cooking.
Marinating the Lamb
- 1
Combine Spices and Seasonings
In a large bowl, combine olive oil with all spices, garlic, and ginger.
Tip: Ensure all spices are well-blended to avoid uneven flavor distribution.
- 2
Add Lamb
Add lamb cubes and coat thoroughly.
- 3
Chill
Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or ideally overnight.
Preparing the Couscous
- 1
Boil Water
Boil water with salt and olive oil in a pot.
- 2
Add Couscous
Once boiling, add couscous, cover with a lid, and remove from heat.
- 3
Fluff
Let it sit for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
How to Make Spicy Moroccan Lamb Tagine
Total time: 4 h 20 min · Yields 4 servings
- 1
Browning the Lamb
Heat a large pot over medium-high heat and brown marinated lamb on all sides, then remove.
- 2
Cooking the Aromatics
In the same pot, add onions and cook until soft, about 5 minutes.
- 3
Simmering the Tagine
Return lamb to the pot, add tomatoes, dried apricots, almonds, chicken broth, honey, and preserved lemons. Simmer on low heat for 2 hours.
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