Moroccan Tagine with Prunes and Almonds
Moroccan Tagine with Prunes and Almonds is a classic North African stew named after the conical clay pot it's traditionally cooked in. It features tender, slow-cooked meat (often lamb or chicken) simmered with sweet prunes, savory spices like cinnamon and ginger, and topped with crunchy almonds.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is a balanced meal, offering a good mix of protein from the meat, healthy fats from the almonds, and carbohydrates from the fruit. It is particularly rich in fiber, potassium, and iron, with a typical serving containing roughly 450-550 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 490 kcal |
| Protein | 28 g |
| Carbs | 35 g |
| Fat | 26 g |
| Fiber | 6 g |
| Sugar | 18 g |
| Sodium | 620 mg |
| Potassium | 580 mg |
| Iron | 4.2 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.6 mg |
| Magnesium | 75 mg |
| Phosphorus | 280 mg |
| Zinc | 4.5 mg |
| Manganese | 0.8 mg |
| Vitamin E | 3.2 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The dish is a hallmark of Moroccan cuisine, beautifully balancing sweet and savory flavors—a combination often achieved with the 'sweet spice' blend of cinnamon, ginger, and saffron. Nutritionally, the prunes add a natural sweetness and are a well-known source of dietary fiber and antioxidants.
