Sahlab Tagine / Stew
Middle_Eastern Middle Eastern - Stews and Tagines

Sahlab 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
  • • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • • 3 turnips, peeled and quartered
  • • 200g chickpeas, soaked overnight
  • • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • • 750ml lamb stock
  • • 1 bunch coriander, chopped

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, cumin, and cinnamon and cook until the onion softens.

3
Phase 3

Add the stock and chickpeas, cover, and cook gently for 60 minutes.

4
Phase 4

Add the turnips and simmer for 25 minutes more until tender.

5
Phase 5

Stir in the coriander and serve hot with flatbread.