Qamar Al Din Tagine / Stew
Middle_Eastern Middle Eastern - Stews and Tagines

Qamar Al Din 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
  • • 150g dried apricots
  • • 1 onion, grated
  • • 2 tbsp honey
  • • 1 tsp ras el hanout
  • • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • • 1/4 tsp saffron threads
  • • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • • 400ml water

Preparation Steps

1
Phase 1

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

2
Phase 2

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

3
Phase 3

Add the water, cover, and simmer on low heat for 75 minutes.

4
Phase 4

Add the apricots and honey and simmer uncovered for 20 minutes until the sauce thickens.

5
Phase 5

Rest for 5 minutes and serve with couscous.