Lamb Tagine With Pears

May 16, 2023May 16, 20230 3
Scrumptious Lamb Tagine with Pears for a satisfying dinner
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

1 hour 30 min

Ready In

1 hour 50 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1 tablespoon oil
2 1/2 lbs lamb
salt
2 garlic cloves
1 pinch saffron
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ginger
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 pinch chili powder
3/4 cup almonds
1 tablespoon butter
4 pears

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
560
Sugar
14g
Fat
29g
Lamb Tagine with Pears is a traditional Moroccan dish that has gained popularity all over the world. This hearty meal combines tender lamb meat with seasonings, spices, and fruits, such as pears, apricots, or prunes, slow-cooked to perfection. The dish is usually served with couscous, rice, or bread, and sprinkled with toasted almonds, which add a delicious crunch and nutty flavor. The warm and comforting aroma of Lamb Tagine with Pears fills the house and invites everyone to sit down and enjoy a satisfying dinner.

Instructions

1.Trim and cut lamb into cubes, chop garlic, toast almonds in a dry skillet, and slice pears.
2.In a heavy-bottomed pot, heat oil over medium-high heat, and brown lamb on all sides.
3.Add the garlic, saffron, cumin, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, pepper, chili powder, and salt, and mix well.
4.Pour in enough water to cover the lamb, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1 hour.
5.Add sliced pears, and continue to simmer for another 30 minutes until the lamb is tender and the pears are cooked.
6.In a small skillet, melt butter over medium-low heat, add toasted almonds, and stir until golden brown.
7.Serve the Lamb Tagine hot with the buttery toasted almonds on top.

PROS

This Lamb Tagine with Pears is a savory and sweet combination that pleases the palate.

The lamb is tender, and the pears are cooked to perfection, creating a melting pot of flavors.

The dish is full of protein, fiber, vitamins, and minerals, making it the perfect healthy meal.

CONS

This dish takes a little bit of time to make, but once it’s ready, the wait is worth it.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Lamb is an excellent source of protein, vitamin B-12, iron, and zinc.
Pears are rich in fiber, potassium, and vitamin C, which help regulate digestion and support the immune system.
Almonds are full of healthy fats, vitamins, and minerals, which support brain function and cardiovascular health.

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