Sudanese Lamb Tagine with Apricots

Name: Sudanese Lamb Tagine with Apricots
Prep time: PT25 minutes
Cook time: PT2 hours 30 minutes
Total time: PT2 hours 55 minutes
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Sudan
Ingredients: 1.2 kg Lamb shoulder (cut into 2-inch cubes); 2 large Onions (chopped); 4 cloves Garlic (minced); 1 tablespoon Ginger (freshly grated); 2 tsp Ground cumin; 1.5 tsp Ground coriander; 1 tsp Turmeric; 1 tsp Cinnamon; 0.5 tsp Cayenne pepper (or to taste); 200 g Dried apricots (halved); 750 ml Beef or lamb broth; 2 tablespoons Honey; 3 tablespoons Olive oil; to taste undefined Salt; to taste undefined Black pepper; a handful undefined Fresh cilantro (chopped, for garnish); a handful undefined Toasted almonds (flaked, for garnish)

A fragrant and tender lamb stew slow-cooked with dried apricots, warming spices, and a hint of sweetness, reflecting Sudanese influences on North African cuisine.

준비 시간25 minutes

조리 시간2 hours 30 minutes

총 시간2 hours 55 minutes

1회 제공량6

난이도Medium

원본· Feb 8

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👨‍🍳 조리법

1
Preheat oven to 160°C (320°F). Season lamb cubes generously with salt and pepper.
💡 전문가 팁: Ensuring the lamb is well-seasoned will enhance the overall flavor.
2
Heat olive oil in a large, oven-safe pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Brown the lamb in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd the pot. Remove lamb and set aside.
💡 전문가 팁: Browning the lamb creates a rich base for the stew.
3
Add chopped onions to the pot and cook until softened and lightly golden, about 8-10 minutes.
💡 전문가 팁: Scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
4
Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
5
Add cumin, coriander, turmeric, cinnamon, and cayenne pepper. Stir well and cook for another minute until spices are fragrant.
6
Return the browned lamb to the pot. Pour in the broth and honey. Bring to a simmer.
💡 전문가 팁: Ensure the liquid covers most of the lamb.
7
Cover the pot tightly and transfer to the preheated oven. Cook for 2 hours, or until the lamb is very tender.
8
Add the halved dried apricots to the pot. Stir gently, cover, and return to the oven for another 30 minutes, or until apricots are plump and tender.
9
Remove from oven. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed. The sauce should have thickened slightly.
💡 전문가 팁: If the sauce is too thin, you can simmer it uncovered on the stovetop for a few minutes.
10
Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro and toasted almonds. This dish is traditionally served with couscous or rice.

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💡 전문가 팁

✓For a deeper flavor, marinate the lamb overnight with some of the spices.
✓If you don't have a Dutch oven, you can use a heavy-bottomed pot and transfer the stew to a baking dish for the oven cooking time.
✓Adjust the cayenne pepper to your preferred level of heat.

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이 레시피를 나만의 스타일로 바꾸는 영감

Add a few preserved lemon wedges in the last hour of cooking for a tangy citrus note.
Include chickpeas for added texture and protein.
Substitute prunes for apricots for a different dried fruit sweetness.