Moroccan Lamb Tagine with Apricots & Almonds
A fragrant and hearty Moroccan-inspired stew, featuring tender lamb slow-cooked with sweet apricots and aromatic spices. A perfectly balanced, dairy-free meal that is both comforting and nutritious.
2210 calories
$6 per serving
$90 min
4 servings
dairy-free, any cuisine
Ingredients
- 600g lean lamb shoulder or leg, cubed
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1 tsp turmeric
- 0.5 tsp cinnamon
- 500ml low-sodium vegetable broth
- 150g dried apricots, halved
- 50g sliced almonds, toasted
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1 handful fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- 1.Pat the lamb cubes dry and season generously with salt and pepper. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Brown the lamb in batches to ensure a good sear, then remove from the pot and set aside.
- 2.Reduce the heat to medium, add the chopped onion to the pot, and sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened and translucent.
- 3.Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for another minute until fragrant. Stir in the cumin, coriander, turmeric, and cinnamon, toasting the spices for 30-60 seconds.
- 4.Return the browned lamb to the pot. Pour in the vegetable broth, scraping any browned bits from the bottom. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
- 5.Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it cook gently for 60-75 minutes, or until the lamb is tender and easily pulls apart.
- 6.Stir in the halved dried apricots and continue to simmer, uncovered, for another 10-15 minutes to allow the sauce to thicken slightly.
- 7.Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed. Serve the tagine hot, garnished with toasted almonds and fresh cilantro.
Nutrition Information
113g
fat
125g
carbs
20g
fiber
150g
protein
Why this recipe
This recipe is packed with lean protein from lamb for muscle repair and satiety. Dried apricots offer fiber and potassium, while almonds provide healthy fats and vitamin E. The aromatic spices are rich in anti-inflammatory antioxidants.