Moroccan-Spiced Lamb Meatball Tagine with Apricot & Olive Sauce
Prep 20 min · Cook 25 min · Serves 4 · medium
Tender, aromatic lamb meatballs braised in a sweet-savory tagine sauce with dried apricots, green olives, and warm spices like cinnamon and cumin. Served over fluffy couscous for a family-friendly North African adventure that kids absolutely love!
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs ground lamb, or ground beef if preferred
- 0.5 cup panko breadcrumbs, helps bind meatballs
- 1 whole egg
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1.5 tsp cumin
- 0.5 tsp cinnamon, adds warmth without spice
- 0.75 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil, for browning
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1.5 cups chicken broth
- 0.75 cup dried apricots, halved, adds natural sweetness
- 0.5 cup green olives, pitted
- 1 tbsp honey, balances flavors
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