Moroccan Lamb Tagine with Prunes, Chickpeas & Warm Spices
Indulge in the rich flavors of Moroccan cuisine with this delightful Moroccan Lamb Tagine with Prunes, Chickpeas & Warm Spices. This dish combines tender lamb, sweet prunes, and hearty chickpeas, all simmered in a fragrant blend of spices like turmeric, cumin, and cinnamon. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners, this tagine is not only easy to prepare but also provides a comforting meal that gets better with time. Serve it over fluffy couscous or alongside warm bread for an authentic experience that will transport you to North Africa.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Moroccan
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs lamb shoulder (or beef/turkey)
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas
- 8 oz pitted prunes
- 1 large onion
- 3 garlic cloves
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 2 cups beef or vegetable broth
- 1 large carrot, sliced
- 1 potato, diced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- In a heavy-bottomed pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion until translucent, then add minced garlic.
- Add lamb chunks to the pot; season with ginger, turmeric, cinnamon, and cumin. Brown the meat on all sides for about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in chickpeas, prunes, carrot slices, diced potato, and diced tomatoes. Pour in broth to cover ingredients and bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat to low; cover the pot and let simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours until lamb is tender. Stir occasionally and check for liquid levels.
- Serve warm over couscous or with warm bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg