Arayes Tagine / Stew
Middle_Eastern Middle Eastern - Stews and Tagines

Arayes Tagine / Stew

Est. Time: 35-45 min  •  6 Preparation Steps

Chef's Menu Description

A comforting, slow-cooked classic featuring tender cuts braised in a rich, velvety reduction with root vegetables and fresh herbs.

Ingredients

  • • 600g lamb shoulder, cubed
  • • 2 flatbreads, torn into pieces
  • • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • • 400g tinned crushed tomatoes
  • • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • • 750ml chicken stock
  • • 1 bunch parsley, chopped

Preparation Steps

1
Phase 1

Heat the olive oil in a heavy pot and brown the lamb over medium-high heat.

2
Phase 2

Add the onion, cumin, and coriander and fry until golden.

3
Phase 3

Add the crushed tomatoes and stock, cover, and simmer gently for 75 minutes until the lamb is tender.

4
Phase 4

Simmer uncovered for 10 minutes to concentrate the sauce.

5
Phase 5

Arrange the flatbread pieces on a platter and ladle the stew and broth over them.

6
Phase 6

Scatter the parsley over the top and serve immediately.