Jul 13 2026
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Lamb Tagine Recipe

Inspired by Cotton Restaurant
Time2h 30m
Serves4

Slow-cooked lamb with apricots and almonds.

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Ingredients

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Meat

Fruits

Nuts

Vegetables

Spices

Liquids

Herbs

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Begin by chopping the onion, garlic, carrots, and bell pepper. Slice the almonds and set aside. Cut the lamb into large chunks.

Cooking

  1. 2

    Sear the Lamb

    In a large tagine or heavy-bottomed pot, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the lamb chunks and sear until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the lamb and set aside.

  2. 3

    Sauté the Vegetables

    In the same pot, add the chopped onion, garlic, carrots, and bell pepper. Sauté for about 5 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened.

  3. 4

    Add Spices

    Stir in the ground cumin, cinnamon, ginger, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another minute until fragrant.

  4. 5

    Combine Ingredients

    Return the seared lamb to the pot. Add the dried apricots and pour in the broth. Stir well to combine all ingredients.

  5. 6

    Simmer the Tagine

    Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let it cook slowly for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the lamb is tender.

  6. 7

    Finish with Almonds

    During the last 10 minutes of cooking, sprinkle the sliced almonds over the top of the tagine.

  7. 8

    Garnish and Serve

    Once cooked, remove from heat and garnish with chopped cilantro. Serve hot with couscous or bread.

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