Jallab Tagine / Stew
Middle_Eastern Middle Eastern - Stews and Tagines

Jallab Tagine / Stew

Est. Time: 20-30 min  •  5 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

  • • 700g lamb shoulder, cubed
  • • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • • 100g Medjool dates, pitted
  • • 50g raisins
  • • 1 tsp ras el hanout
  • • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • • 1 tbsp honey
  • • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • • 500ml chicken stock

Preparation Steps

1
Phase 1

Heat the olive oil in a tagine or heavy pot and brown the lamb on all sides.

2
Phase 2

Add the onion, ras el hanout, and cinnamon and fry for 5 minutes until softened.

3
Phase 3

Pour in the stock, cover, and cook on low heat for 75 minutes.

4
Phase 4

Add the dates, raisins, and honey and simmer uncovered for 20 minutes until the sauce reduces and thickens.

5
Phase 5

Season with salt and serve with couscous.