Maqluba Tagine / Stew
Middle_Eastern Middle Eastern - Stews and Tagines

Maqluba 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

  • • 600g lamb shoulder, cubed
  • • 1 small cauliflower, cut into florets
  • • 1 onion, chopped
  • • 3 tomatoes, sliced
  • • 1 tsp baharat
  • • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • • 500ml water

Preparation Steps

1
Phase 1

Brown the lamb in olive oil in a heavy pot over medium-high heat.

2
Phase 2

Add the onion, baharat, and cinnamon and fry until softened.

3
Phase 3

Add the water, cover, and simmer on low heat for 60 minutes.

4
Phase 4

Layer the tomatoes and cauliflower over the lamb and simmer covered for 25 minutes.

5
Phase 5

Rest for 10 minutes and serve with flatbread.