Lamb Shank Tagine
Lamb Shank Tagine is a slow-cooked Moroccan stew where tender lamb shanks are braised with aromatic spices, dried fruits, and nuts in a traditional conical clay pot called a tagine. It typically features warm spices like cinnamon, cumin, and ginger, along with ingredients like apricots, prunes, olives, and almonds. This dish originates from North Africa, particularly Morocco, and is a celebratory centerpiece in Maghrebi cuisine.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is a high-protein, moderate-fat meal with a balanced profile from the lamb and added ingredients. It provides key nutrients like iron, zinc, and B vitamins from the lamb, along with fiber and antioxidants from the fruits and spices. A typical serving contains roughly 500-600 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 550 kcal |
| Protein | 38 g |
| Carbs | 42 g |
| Fat | 25 g |
| Fiber | 6 g |
| Sugar | 18 g |
| Sodium | 680 mg |
| Iron | 4.2 mg |
| Zinc | 6.8 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 3.5 mcg |
| Potassium | 620 mg |
| Phosphorus | 310 mg |
| Selenium | 28 mcg |
| Niacin (B3) | 9.5 mg |
| Manganese | 0.8 mg |
Per 1 serving (approx. 350 g, including meat, sauce, and accompaniments) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, the tagine pot's unique design is functional: its conical lid traps steam, returning condensed liquid to the dish, which allows for incredibly tender, flavorful meat with minimal water. Nutritionally, the slow-cooking method helps break down tough connective tissue in the shank, making its rich collagen more digestible.
