Moroccan Lamb & Butternut Squash Tagine
A fragrant and hearty one-pot stew featuring tender lamb, sweet butternut squash, and chickpeas, simmered in a blend of aromatic Moroccan spices. A truly nourishing and flavorful meal, perfect for a cozy dinner.
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2500 calories
$8 par portion
$75 min
4 portions
soy-free, any cuisine
Ingrédients
- 600g lean lamb leg, cubed
- 30ml olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 500g butternut squash, peeled and cubed
- 400g can of chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 80g dried apricots, halved
- 500ml low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1 tsp turmeric powder
- 0.5 tsp ground cinnamon
- 0.5 tsp ground ginger
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1 small bunch fresh cilantro, chopped
- 30g flaked almonds, toasted (for garnish)
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Instructions
- 1.Heat the olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Season the lamb cubes with salt and pepper, then brown them in batches. Remove the lamb from the pot and set it aside.
- 2.Reduce the heat to medium, add the chopped onion to the same pot, and sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened and translucent.
- 3.Add the minced garlic, cumin, coriander, turmeric, cinnamon, and ginger. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until the spices are very fragrant.
- 4.Return the browned lamb to the pot. Add the cubed butternut squash, drained chickpeas, halved apricots, and vegetable broth. Stir everything to combine.
- 5.Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let it simmer gently for 45-60 minutes, or until the lamb is tender and the squash is cooked through.
- 6.Stir in half of the chopped fresh cilantro. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
- 7.Serve the tagine hot, garnished with the remaining fresh cilantro and toasted flaked almonds. It pairs beautifully with quinoa or wholewheat couscous.
Informations nutritionnelles
84g
fat
188g
carbs
40g
fiber
196g
protein
Pourquoi cette recette
This recipe is a powerhouse of balanced nutrition. Lamb provides high-quality protein and iron, while butternut squash and chickpeas offer excellent fiber and complex carbs. The aromatic spices also provide anti-inflammatory benefits for a wholesome meal.