Cinnamon Lamb Tagine with Apricots
(from Amanda_Rose’s recipe box)
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 100 minutes
Serves 2 people
Categories: Lamb, Middle Eastern, One-Dish
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons avocado or olive oil
- 1/2 onion, cut into quarters
- 1/2 tablespoon garam masala
- 1 boneless lamb leg, trimmed and cubed
- 1 cloves garlic, chopped
- 1 7-ounce can diced tomatoes, with juice
- 1 carrots, cut into coins
- 1/2 medium zucchini, chopped
- 1/4 cup dried apricots, sliced
- 1/2 cup cooked chickpeas, drained
- 1/2 tablespoon honey
Directions
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In the bottom of a flameproof tagine, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion and cook, stirring, for 5 minutes.
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Add spice blend, lamb and garlic, stirring to coat lamb with vegetables and seasonings. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 6 to 7 minutes or until lamb is browned on all sides.
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Add tomatoes with juice, carrots, zucchini and apricots and bring liquids to a boil, stirring frequently. Cover with tagine lid, reduce heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 1 hour.
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Stir in chickpeas and honey, replace lid and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes or until lamb is tender.