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Libyan Mrouzia
Mrouzia is a traditional Moroccan and Libyan sweet and savory tagine, typically made with lamb, honey, raisins, and almonds. This Libyan version often incorporates aromatic spices for a rich, festive flavor.
🧂 Zutaten
- 1.5 kg Lamb shoulder(cut into large cubes)
- 2 large Onions(chopped)
- 4 cloves Garlic(minced)
- 1 tablespoon Ginger(freshly grated)
- 150 ml Honey
- 100 g Raisins
- 100 g Almonds(blanched and slivered)
- 2 pieces Cinnamon sticks
- 1 teaspoon Turmeric
- 0.5 teaspoon Saffron threads(soaked in warm water)
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 500 ml Water
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black pepper
👨🍳 Zubereitung
- 1
Heat olive oil in a tagine or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Brown the lamb cubes on all sides.
- 2
Remove lamb and set aside. Add chopped onions to the pot and sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- 3
Add minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
- 4
Return the lamb to the pot. Add cinnamon sticks, turmeric, salt, and pepper. Pour in the water and bring to a simmer.
💡 Profitipps: Ensure lamb is mostly submerged in liquid. - 5
Cover the pot and reduce heat to low. Simmer gently for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the lamb is very tender.
💡 Profitipps: Stir occasionally and add more water if the stew becomes too dry. - 6
In the last 30 minutes of cooking, stir in the honey, raisins, and saffron water.
- 7
Just before serving, stir in the slivered almonds. Adjust seasoning if needed.
💡 Profitipps: Toast almonds separately for extra crunch if desired.
💡 Profitipps
- ✓For a richer flavor, use lamb with some fat.
- ✓Adjust the amount of honey to your preference for sweetness.
- ✓Mrouzia is often served during special occasions and Eid al-Adha.
✨ Variationsideen
Inspiration für Ihre eigene Version dieses Rezepts
- Add dried apricots along with the raisins.
- Use beef or chicken instead of lamb for a different flavor profile.