Lamb Tagine A Whole Lot of Deliciousness

lamb shoulder

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: beef chuck

Chicken thighs are lower in fat, while beef chuck offers a more affordable option.

almonds

🥗Healthier: pumpkin seeds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Pumpkin seeds provide a similar crunch and nutrition at a lower cost.

apricots

🥗Healthier: dried figs

💰Cheaper: raisins

Dried figs offer a similar sweetness, while raisins are often less expensive.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade stock

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Homemade stock can be healthier, while seasoned water is a budget-friendly alternative.

Layer the bottom of the tagine with sliced onions to prevent the meat from burning.

Add olive oil over the onions.

Add a cinnamon stick and green cardamom pods.

Add pureed garlic and a few whole cloves of garlic (optional).

Place the boneless lamb in the center, building it up in a pyramid shape.

Add half a lemon on top of the lamb.

Mix and sprinkle 1 teaspoon of turmeric, cayenne pepper, coriander, and black pepper over the meat.

Build up carrots and potatoes around the lamb in a pyramid shape.

Add a decent amount of salt over the entire dish.

Add chopped parsley or cilantro on top.

Pour in just enough cold water to cover the bottom, about a centimeter deep.

Put the lid on the tagine and cook on low heat for 3 hours.

Check halfway through to ensure the water hasn't evaporated.

Cooking Techniques

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