Lamb Tajine with Dates

This lamb tajine is full of warm, comforting flavors that will satisfy your hunger and warm your soul.

The dates add a touch of sweetness, while the almonds and sesame seeds give the dish a nice crunch.

This dish takes some time to cook, so it’s not a quick and easy weeknight meal.

Also, lamb can be a bit pricey and may not be available at all grocery stores.

Lamb is a good source of protein, iron, and vitamin B12.
The addition of dates provides a natural sweetener that is high in fiber and antioxidants.

	3 lbs lamb shoulder , trimmed and cut into bite-size pieces
	1/4 cup butter
	2 medium onions , chopped
	2 cups beef broth
	1/2 teaspoon saffron thread , crushed
	1 small cinnamon stick
	1 tablespoon honey
	1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
	1 cup pitted dates , halved
	1/2 cup toasted whole almond
	2 teaspoons sesame seeds
	spiced couscous ( this is in my recipe book )

1.	Preheat the oven to 170 degrees Celsius.
2.	In a large, oven-safe Dutch oven over medium-high heat, melt the butter.
3.	Season the lamb with salt and pepper, then add to the Dutch oven and cook until browned on all sides.
4.	Add in the chopped onions and cook until softened.
5.	Pour in the beef broth, saffron, cinnamon stick, honey, and ground cinnamon. Bring to a simmer and cover with a tight-fitting lid.
6.	Transfer the Dutch oven to the oven and cook for 2 hours, or until the lamb is tender.
7.	Remove from the oven and stir in the dates, almonds, and sesame seeds.
8.	Serve hot with spiced couscous.