Description
Slow Cooker Moroccan Lamb Tagine with Apricots is a delectable dish that brings the vibrant flavors of Morocco to your dinner table. This comforting stew features tender lamb, sweet apricots, and a medley of spices, creating an aromatic experience that will delight your senses. Perfect for both family dinners and special occasions, this slow-cooked meal is easy to prepare and sure to impress guests. Simply marinate the lamb, layer the ingredients in your slow cooker, and let it work its magic while you enjoy time with loved ones. Serve it over fluffy couscous or warm flatbreads for a complete dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs lamb shoulder, cut into cubes
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 3 carrots, chopped
- 1 can chickpeas (15 oz), drained
- 1 cup dried apricots
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp ras el hanout spice mix
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 cups chicken broth
- Olive oil, salt, and pepper
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine ras el hanout, cumin, cinnamon, salt, pepper, and olive oil to create a marinade.
- Coat the lamb pieces thoroughly with the marinade and let them marinate for at least one hour or overnight for deeper flavor.
- Layer sliced onions at the bottom of your slow cooker and place marinated lamb on top.
- Add carrots, chickpeas, and dried apricots over the lamb.
- Mix tomato paste with chicken broth in a separate bowl and pour over all ingredients in the slow cooker.
- Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours until the lamb is tender.
- Taste before serving and adjust seasoning as needed. Garnish with fresh herbs and toasted almonds if desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Moroccan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 90mg