Algerian Green Bean And Lamb Tagine Recipe

Name: Algerian Green Bean And Lamb Tagine
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons oil; 2 lbs boneless lamb shoulder, cut into 1 inch chunks; 1 medium onion, chopped; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 1 teaspoon salt, to taste; 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1/2 teaspoon saffron (I used 1/4 tsp each) or 1/2 teaspoon turmeric (I used 1/4 tsp each); 4 cups water; 1 1/2 lbs green beans, cut into 2 inch pieces (I used frozen); 2 tomatoes, diced or 2 tomatoes, sliced into rounds; 1 medium onion, sliced in rings; 4 tablespoons parsley, chopped; 1 teaspoon ground cumin

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons oil
2 lbs boneless lamb shoulder, cut into 1 inch chunks
1 medium onion, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon salt, to taste
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon saffron (I used 1/4 tsp each) or 1/2 teaspoon turmeric (I used 1/4 tsp each)
4 cups water
1 1/2 lbs green beans, cut into 2 inch pieces (I used frozen)
2 tomatoes, diced or 2 tomatoes, sliced into rounds
1 medium onion, sliced in rings
4 tablespoons parsley, chopped
1 teaspoon ground cumin

1
Heat oil in a large saucepan or soup pot.
2
Add the lamb, onion and garlic and saute until lamb is browned.
3
Add the salt, pepper, 1 tsp cumin, cayenne and saffron or turmeric and saute a minute more.
4
The original recipe calls for the sliced tomatoes to be added with the second onion/parsley/cumin; if you would rather do it this way, do not add them in the following step.
5
Add water and tomatoes (if using here) and bring to a boil.
6
Reduce heat, cover and simmer for about 45 minutes.
7
Add the green beans and simmer for about 10 minutes more, until almost tender.
8
Add the sliced onion, tomatoes (if using here), parsley and remaining 1 tsp cumin.
9
Simmer for about 10 minutes more.
10
Serve hot over couscous.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons oil, 2 lbs boneless lamb shoulder, cut into 1 inch chunks, 1 medium onion, chopped, 4 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Algerian Green Bean And Lamb Tagine falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Algerian Green Bean And Lamb Tagine

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