Tagine

Moroccan spiced stew cooked in an earthenware pot.

Ingredients

• 1 lb lamb shoulder
• 1 cup apricots
• 1 large onion
• 3 cloves garlic
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 1 pinch saffron
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 cup almonds (optional)
• 2 tbsp olive oil

Method

1. Heat oil in a tagine pot over medium heat.
2. Brown lamb pieces on all sides.
3. Add onions, garlic, spices, and sauté.
4. Mix in apricots, cover and simmer.
5. Toast almonds and add before serving.

Chef's tips

• Soak apricots in water to soften before use.
• Sear meat to lock in juices.