Slow Cooker Moroccan Lamb Tagine with Apricots
Slow Cooker Moroccan Lamb Tagine with Apricots is a delightful dish that transports your taste buds straight to Morocco. This recipe features tender lamb shoulder simmered with sweet apricots and a medley of aromatic spices, creating a comforting meal perfect for cozy evenings or special gatherings. With minimal effort, you can serve an impressive dish that promises rich flavors and an inviting aroma in your home.
- Author: Nora
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Moroccan
- 2 lbs boneless lamb shoulder, cubed
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tsp sweet paprika
- 1 cup dried apricots, halved
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Gather all ingredients and prepare by chopping and mincing as needed.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté onions until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Brown the cubed lamb in the skillet for about 8 minutes until golden on all sides.
- Transfer the lamb mixture to the slow cooker. Add cumin, cinnamon, paprika, salt, pepper, dried apricots, and chicken broth.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 4 hours.
- Once cooked, stir well and serve over couscous or rice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 372
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 530mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 88mg
Keywords: - For added depth of flavor, consider marinating the lamb overnight with spices before cooking.
- Substitute apricots with dates or prunes for a different sweet twist.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving for an extra burst of flavor.