Crock-Pot Lamb Tagine

May 15, 2023May 15, 20230 2
Melt-in-your-mouth Crock-Pot Lamb Tagine recipe
in Main

Prep

40 min

Cook

4-10 hours (depending on temperature)

Ready In

4-10 hours

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon ginger
1 teaspoon coriander
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 -6 lbs boneless leg of lamb , trimmed of fat and cut into bite-sized pieces
salt , to taste
black pepper , freshly ground , to taste
1 1/2 cups chicken broth
2 large tomatoes , peeled , seeded , and coarsely chopped
1 medium onion , chopped
1 leek , white part only , cleaned and sliced
2 medium carrots , peeled and chopped
1 pear , peeled and sliced
1/2 cup dates , sliced
couscous
1/4 cup pine nuts , toasted

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
508
Sugar
23g
Fat
23g
Crock-Pot Lamb Tagine is a traditional Moroccan dish that is typically made in a clay pot over a fire. This slow-cooked stew is often served at special occasions and gatherings, and features a blend of spices for flavoring. In this recipe, the Crock-Pot replicates the traditional cooking method, resulting in a tender and flavorful lamb tagine that is sure to impress. The combination of savory and sweet flavors, along with the warm spices, makes this dish a perfect choice for a cozy and comforting meal with friends and family. Serve it over a bed of fluffy couscous for a complete meal.

Instructions

1.In a small bowl, mix together the cumin, cinnamon, ginger, and coriander.
2.Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the lamb with salt and pepper to taste, and then brown it on all sides in the skillet, working in batches as needed.
3.Once the lamb is browned, transfer it to the Crock-Pot.
4.Pour the chicken broth into the skillet and stir for a few minutes, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Pour the broth over the lamb in the Crock-Pot.
5.Add the tomatoes, onion, leek, carrots, pear, and dates to the Crock-Pot. Sprinkle the spice mixture over the top, and then stir to combine.
6.Cover the Crock-Pot and cook on low for 8-10 hours or on high for 4-5 hours, or until the lamb is tender.
7.Serve the lamb tagine over a bed of couscous, and sprinkle each serving with toasted pine nuts.

PROS

The Crock-Pot makes this recipe incredibly easy to prepare, and the slow cooking process results in flavorful, tender meat.

The combination of sweet and savory flavors, along with the spices, make this dish a real crowd-pleaser.

CONS

This recipe requires quite a bit of prep work, including chopping several vegetables and browning the meat.

The dates in this dish may not appeal to everyone, and can be substituted if desired.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe is high in protein and contains several servings of vegetables, making it a healthy and nutritious choice.
Dates are a good source of fiber, while the spices in this dish have been linked to anti-inflammatory and antioxidant benefits.

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