Moroccan Tagine Recipe

Moroccan · Main course · 110 min total

A fragrant, slow-cooked stew of tender meat and vegetables with warm spices, perfect for a comforting dinner.

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 1 tsp ground ginger
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp turmeric
• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
• 1 lb lamb or chicken, cut into chunks
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
• 2 carrots, peeled and sliced
• 1 zucchini, sliced
• 1/2 cup dried apricots, chopped
• 1/4 cup raisins
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

1. Heat olive oil in a tagine or heavy pot over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
2. Add cumin, coriander, ginger, cinnamon, turmeric, and cayenne (if using). Stir for 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Add meat and brown on all sides, about 5 minutes.
4. Pour in chicken broth and diced tomatoes. Bring to a simmer.
5. Add carrots, zucchini, apricots, and raisins. Season with salt and pepper.
6. Cover and cook on low heat for 1.5 hours, or until meat is tender and flavors meld.
7. Adjust seasoning. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Tips

• Serve with couscous or crusty bread to soak up the sauce.
• For a vegetarian version, replace meat with chickpeas and sweet potatoes.

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