Slow-cooked lamb simmered with Tangier Ras El Hanout blend, dried fruit, and tomatoes for a rich, royal Moroccan feast.

Moroccan Lamb Tagine

Servings
6
Prep Time
20 minutes
Cook Time
2 hours
Ingredients
11
Total Time
2 hours 20 minutes

Equipment

  • Dutch oven or tagine
  • Wooden spoon
  • Mixing bowl

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs lamb shoulder, cubed
  • 3 tbsp Tangier Ras El Hanout spice blend
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup dried apricots, halved
  • ½ cup golden raisins
  • ¼ cup slivered almonds
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

  1. Toss lamb with Ras El Hanout blend until coated.
  2. Heat oil in Dutch oven, brown lamb on all sides.
  3. Add onion and garlic, cook until softened.
  4. Stir in broth and tomatoes, bring to a simmer.
  5. Add apricots and raisins. Cover and simmer 1.5–2 hours.
  6. Sprinkle almonds, garnish with cilantro.
  7. Serve with couscous or flatbread.