Lamb Tagine with Apricots and Almonds

Ingredients:

• Lamb pieces (such as lamb shoulder or stewing lamb), cut into chunks
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon saffron threads
• 1 cup dried apricots
• 1/2 cup blanched almonds
• 2 tablespoons honey
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Olive oil for browning

Instructions:

1. Brown the Lamb:
   • In a large pot or tagine, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
   • Brown the lamb pieces on all sides until they are nicely seared. This adds flavor to the dish.
2. Saute Onions and Garlic:
   • Add chopped onions and minced garlic to the pot. Sauté until the onions are softened.
3. Add Spices:
   • Stir in ground ginger, cinnamon, cumin, and saffron. Allow the spices to coat the lamb and onions.
4. Cover with Water and Simmer:
   • Pour in enough water to cover the lamb. Bring it to a boil, then reduce the heat to simmer.
   • Cover and simmer until the lamb is tender and cooked through. This might take a couple of hours, depending on the cut of lamb.
5. Add Apricots, Almonds, and Honey:
   • Once the lamb is tender, add dried apricots, blanched almonds, and honey.
   • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
6. Continue Simmering:
   • Allow the tagine to simmer for an additional 15-20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the apricots and almonds to absorb the delicious lamb broth.
7. Serve:
   • Serve the lamb tagine with apricots and almonds over couscous or rice.

Enjoy your delicious Lamb Tagine with Apricots and Almonds! This dish showcases the rich flavors and tenderness of lamb combined with the sweetness of apricots and the crunch of almonds.