Moroccan Lamb and Chickpea Tagine
Prep 20 min · Cook 40 min · Serves 5 · medium

An authentic Moroccan tagine featuring tender lamb, aromatic spices, and hearty chickpeas. Served over fluffy couscous for a flavorful and satisfying dinner.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs lamb shoulder, cubed
- 1 large onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 can crushed tomatoes, 28 oz
- 1 can chickpeas, 15 oz, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 2 cups couscous
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- 1
In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat a tablespoon of oil over medium-high heat. Add the cubed lamb and brown on all sides, about 5 minutes. Remove lamb from pot and set aside.
- 2
Reduce heat to medium and add the diced onion to the pot. Cook for 3-4 minutes until translucent. Add the garlic and spices (cumin, coriander, cinnamon, paprika) and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until fragrant.


