Slow-Cooker Spiced Lamb Tagine

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
51%
Slow-Cooker Spiced Lamb Tagine
500 min.
6
395kcal

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Indulge in the rich and aromatic flavors of our Slow-Cooker Spiced Lamb Tagine, a dish that transports you straight to the heart of North Africa. Perfect for those cozy evenings, this recipe combines tender lamb with a delightful blend of spices, creating a meal that is both comforting and exotic. The slow-cooking process allows the flavors to meld beautifully, resulting in a dish that is bursting with warmth and depth.

This tagine is not only a feast for the senses but also a healthy choice, boasting a health score of 51 and being both gluten-free and dairy-free. With each serving containing just 395 calories, you can enjoy a hearty meal without the guilt. The combination of sweet dried plums and honey adds a unique sweetness that perfectly balances the savory spices, while the addition of fresh cilantro and toasted almonds provides a delightful crunch and freshness.

Whether you're preparing a family dinner or hosting friends, this Slow-Cooker Spiced Lamb Tagine is sure to impress. Serve it over a bed of fluffy couscous or alongside warm crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce. With minimal prep time and the convenience of a slow cooker, you can set it and forget it, allowing you to enjoy the company of your loved ones while the magic happens in the kitchen. Dive into this culinary adventure and savor every bite!

Ingredients

  • lb stew meat cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes
  • teaspoon ground cumin 
  • 0.5 teaspoon turmeric 
  • 0.8 teaspoon salt 
  • tablespoon olive oil 
  • 1.5 cups chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
  • 2.5 cups onion coarsely chopped
  • cup prune- cut to pieces dried pitted
  • 0.3 cup honey 
  • tablespoons tomato paste 
  • medium carrots 
  • leaves cilantro leaves fresh
  • serving almonds toasted sliced

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • slotted spoon
  • slow cooker

Directions

  1. Spray 5- to 6-quart slow cooker with cooking spray.
  2. Sprinkle lamb with 1/2 teaspoon of the cumin, the turmeric and salt. In 12-inch skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat.
  3. Add half of the lamb; cook 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned on all sides.
  4. Remove lamb with slotted spoon; place in slow cooker. Repeat with remaining lamb.
  5. Discard any remaining drippings from skillet, leaving brown particles in skillet.
  6. Add 1/2 cup of the broth to skillet, scraping to loosen particles; cook 1 minute.
  7. Pour into slow cooker. Stir in remaining 1/2 teaspoon cumin, remaining 1 cup broth, the onions, plums, honey, tomato paste and carrots.
  8. Cover; cook on Low heat setting 8 hours or until lamb is tender.
  9. Sprinkle individual servings with cilantro and almonds.

Nutrition Facts

Calories395kcal
Protein35.9%
Fat23.34%
Carbs40.76%

Properties

Glycemic Index
42.02
Glycemic Load
13.56
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
27.603043556213%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.21mg
Delphinidin
0.01mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.05mg
Isorhamnetin
3.34mg
Kaempferol
0.51mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
14.21mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:394.76kcal
19.74%
Fat:10.41g
16.01%
Saturated Fat:2.98g
18.65%
Carbohydrates:40.88g
13.63%
Net Carbohydrates:36.49g
13.27%
Sugar:27.84g
30.94%
Cholesterol:94.92mg
31.64%
Sodium:661.06mg
28.74%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:36.01g
72.01%
Vitamin A:5421.14IU
108.42%
Selenium:43µg
61.42%
Vitamin B6:1.19mg
59.43%
Vitamin B3:11.48mg
57.4%
Vitamin B12:2.81µg
46.82%
Zinc:6.74mg
44.93%
Phosphorus:385.43mg
38.54%
Potassium:1007.14mg
28.78%
Vitamin K:25.93µg
24.7%
Iron:4.19mg
23.28%
Vitamin B2:0.38mg
22.55%
Fiber:4.39g
17.56%
Manganese:0.32mg
16.07%
Magnesium:63.66mg
15.91%
Copper:0.31mg
15.45%
Vitamin B1:0.22mg
14.97%
Folate:40.47µg
10.12%
Vitamin C:8.26mg
10.01%
Vitamin B5:0.97mg
9.71%
Vitamin E:1.44mg
9.63%
Calcium:75.89mg
7.59%