Fruity lamb tagine

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Popular
Health score
68%
Fruity lamb tagine
105 min.
4
849kcal

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Welcome to a culinary adventure that blends the vibrant flavors of North Africa with wholesome ingredients right in your kitchen! Our Fruity Lamb Tagine is not only a feast for the eyes but also a delight for the palate. Imagine tender chunks of lean lamb slowly cooked to perfection, infused with the aromatic spices of ras-el-hanout, and complemented by the natural sweetness of dried apricots and the earthiness of chickpeas. This dish is a surefire way to impress your guests while keeping health in mind, as it’s both gluten-free and dairy-free.

With a heartwarming blend of textures and flavors, this tagine is perfect for any meal—be it a cozy lunch or an elegant dinner. The simmers in the oven allow the lamb to absorb all the aromatic spices and flavors, resulting in a dish that’s irresistibly savory. As you serve it, sprinkle fresh pomegranate seeds and a generous amount of chopped coriander for a burst of color and freshness that translates to beautiful table presentation.

Ready in just 105 minutes and packed with nutrients, our Fruity Lamb Tagine boasts a remarkable health score of 68, which makes it not only popular among home cooks but a guilt-free indulgence for the whole family. Pair it with fluffy couscous or rice, and allow yourself to be transported to the heart of Morocco with every bite!

Ingredients

  • tbsp olive oil 
  • 500 lamb loins diced lean
  • large onion roughly chopped
  • large carrots quartered cut into chunks
  •  garlic clove finely chopped
  • tbsp ras el hanout spice mix 
  • 400 canned tomatoes chopped canned
  • 400 chickpeas rinsed drained canned
  • 200 apricot dried
  • 600 ml chicken stock see 
  • 120 pomegranate seeds 
  • large handfuls cilantro leaves roughly chopped

Equipment

  • oven

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 180C/160C fan/gas
  2. Heat the oil in a casserole and brown the lamb on all sides. Scoop the lamb out onto a plate, then add the onion and carrots and cook for 2-3 mins until golden.
  3. Add the garlic and cook for 1 min more. Stir in the spices and tomatoes, and season. Tip the lamb back in with the chickpeas and apricots.
  4. Pour over the stock, stir and bring to a simmer. Cover the dish and place in the oven for 1 hr.
  5. If the lamb is still a little tough, give it 20 mins more until tender. When ready, leave it to rest so its not piping hot, then serve scattered with pomegranate and herbs, with couscous or rice alongside.

Nutrition Facts

Calories849kcal
Protein17.53%
Fat43.04%
Carbs39.43%

Properties

Glycemic Index
76.25
Glycemic Load
21.43
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
44.14913011893%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.12mg
Epigallocatechin
0.05mg
Epicatechin
0.02mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.06mg
Isorhamnetin
1.88mg
Kaempferol
0.33mg
Myricetin
0.05mg
Quercetin
7.98mg
Gallocatechin
0.05mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:849.29kcal
42.46%
Fat:41.81g
64.32%
Saturated Fat:14.61g
91.33%
Carbohydrates:86.18g
28.73%
Net Carbohydrates:69.08g
25.12%
Sugar:45.83g
50.92%
Cholesterol:95.81mg
31.94%
Sodium:463.83mg
20.17%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:38.31g
76.62%
Vitamin A:8139.88IU
162.8%
Manganese:1.64mg
82.09%
Fiber:17.1g
68.41%
Vitamin B3:13.51mg
67.57%
Folate:251.75µg
62.94%
Potassium:1882.21mg
53.78%
Phosphorus:513.34mg
51.33%
Copper:1.01mg
50.73%
Iron:9.05mg
50.26%
Vitamin B12:2.89µg
48.13%
Selenium:32.95µg
47.07%
Zinc:6.81mg
45.42%
Vitamin K:46.81µg
44.58%
Vitamin E:5.96mg
39.76%
Vitamin B6:0.78mg
38.92%
Vitamin B2:0.61mg
35.67%
Magnesium:135.26mg
33.82%
Vitamin B1:0.46mg
30.54%
Vitamin C:19.92mg
24.15%
Calcium:201.61mg
20.16%
Vitamin B5:1.93mg
19.27%