Lamb Tagine With Lemon And Olives Recipe

Name: Lamb Tagine With Lemon And Olives
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 pounds boneless leg of lamb, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces; 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, divided; 1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper, divided; 1 tablespoon olive oil, divided; 1 cup chopped yellow onion; 1 tablespoon minced peeled fresh ginger; 1 teaspoon ground roasted cumin; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/8 teaspoon crushed saffron threads; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 3 cups unsalted chicken stock; 4 medium carrots, peeled and cut diagonally into 1-inch pieces; 1/2 cup golden raisins; 18 pitted green olives, rinsed, drained, and halved; 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro; 3 tablespoons lemon juice; 3 cups hot cooked whole-wheat couscous

Servings: persons

2 pounds boneless leg of lamb, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper, divided
1 tablespoon olive oil, divided
1 cup chopped yellow onion
1 tablespoon minced peeled fresh ginger
1 teaspoon ground roasted cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon crushed saffron threads
3 garlic cloves, minced
3 cups unsalted chicken stock
4 medium carrots, peeled and cut diagonally into 1-inch pieces
1/2 cup golden raisins
18 pitted green olives, rinsed, drained, and halved
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
3 tablespoons lemon juice
3 cups hot cooked whole-wheat couscous

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Sprinkle lamb with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon red pepper. Heat a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add 2 teaspoons oil to pan; swirl to coat. Add half of lamb; saute 5 minutes or until browned. Remove lamb from pan; place on a plate. Repeat with remaining lamb.
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Add remaining 1 teaspoon oil to pan. Add remaining 1/8 teaspoon red pepper, onion, and next 5 ingredients (through garlic); saute 2 minutes. Stir in lamb, any accumulated juices, and stock; bring to a simmer. Cover, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook 15 minutes. Stir in carrots and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt. Partially cover; cook 1 hour. Add raisins and olives. Remove from heat; add cilantro and juice. Serve with couscous.
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1182

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

119

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 pounds boneless leg of lamb, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces, 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, divided, 1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper, divided, 1 tablespoon olive oil, divided, and more.

Yes, Lamb Tagine With Lemon And Olives 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.

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Lamb Tagine With Lemon And Olives

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