Tagine is a traditional Moroccan dish that is slow-cooked in a clay pot with a conical lid, which gives it its name. It is a stew made with meat, vegetables, and aromatic spices, such as cinnamon, cumin, and paprika. Tagine is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for chilly nights or special occasions. In this recipe, we’ll show you how to make an authentic Moroccan Tagine that’s sure to impress your guests.
Tagine is a versatile dish that can be customized with different meats, vegetables, and spices. Feel free to experiment with different combinations to find your favorite!
Moroccan Tagine Recipe
Equipment
- Tagine or Dutch Oven
- Slow Cooker (optional)
Ingredients
- 1 lb Lamb or Beef, or Chicken (Your Choice)
- 2 tbsp Vegetable Oil
- 1 Onion Chopped
- 2 Garlic Cloves Minced
- 1 tsp Ground Ginger
- 1 tsp Ground Cumin
- 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1/4 tsp Black Pepper
- 2 cups Chicken Broth or Water
- 2 Carrots Peeled And Sliced
- 2 Potatoes Peeled And Diced
- 1 Zucchini Sliced
- 1/2 cup Green Olives
- 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Chopped
Instructions
- Heat the vegetable oil in a tagine or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for a few minutes until softened.
- Add the minced garlic, ground ginger, ground cumin, ground cinnamon, and paprika to the tagine and sauté for a minute until fragrant.
- Add the meat to the tagine and brown it on all sides.
- Add the salt, black pepper, and water or chicken broth to the tagine. Bring it to a simmer and then reduce the heat to low.
- Cover the tagine with the conical lid and let it simmer for 1-2 hours, until the meat is tender.
- Add the sliced carrots, diced potatoes, and sliced zucchini to the tagine. Cover and let it simmer for another 30-45 minutes, until the vegetables are tender.
- Add the green olives and fresh parsley to the tagine and stir well.
- Serve the tagine hot, with a side of couscous or bread.