Moroccan Spiced Lamb Tagine

Ingredients

• 2 lbs lamb shoulder, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 large onion, diced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1/4 tsp saffron threads
• 1 15oz can diced tomatoes
• 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 3 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
• 1 15oz can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro

Instructions

1. 1

   In a large pot or Dutch oven, brown the lamb cubes over medium-high heat until golden on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove lamb from pot and set aside.

2. 2

   Add the onions to the pot and sauté until translucent, about 3-5 minutes. Add the garlic and spices (cumin, coriander, cinnamon, paprika, saffron) and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.