1. Classic Lamb Tagine:

• Ingredients:
  • 2 lbs (1 kg) lamb, cut into chunks
  • 2 onions, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tsp cumin
  • 2 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp ginger
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 cup dried apricots
  • 1 cup almonds, toasted
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• Instructions:
  1. Sear the lamb in the tagine, then remove and set aside.
  2. Sauté the onions and garlic until soft.
  3. Add the spices, then return the lamb to the tagine.
  4. Add apricots and enough water to cover the meat.
  5. Cover and simmer for 2 hours, or until the lamb is tender.
  6. Garnish with toasted almonds and cilantro before serving.

2. Chicken and Preserved Lemon Tagine:

• Ingredients:
  • 4 chicken legs
  • 2 preserved lemons, quartered
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp saffron threads
  • 1 tsp ginger
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 cup green olives
  • Fresh coriander for garnish
• Instructions:
  1. Brown the chicken in the tagine, then set aside.
  2. Sauté the onion and garlic until translucent.
  3. Add the saffron, ginger, and paprika.
  4. Return the chicken to the tagine and add preserved lemons and olives.
  5. Cover and simmer for about 45 minutes, until the chicken is tender.
  6. Garnish with fresh coriander before serving.

3. Vegetable Tagine with Couscous:

• Ingredients:
  • 2 cups mixed vegetables (carrots, zucchini, bell peppers, etc.)
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 can chickpeas, drained
  • 1/2 cup dried apricots
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 cup couscous
• Instructions:
  1. Sauté the onion and garlic in the tagine until softened.
  2. Add the spices and mix well.
  3. Add the mixed vegetables, chickpeas, and dried apricots.
  4. Pour in the vegetable broth, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes.
  5. Serve over couscous.

Moroccan tagines are all about slow cooking and layering flavors. With these recipes, you can embark on a culinary journey to Morocco from the comfort of your own kitchen. Enjoy the aromatic spices, the tender meats, and the delightful combination of sweet and savory flavors that define this North African cuisine.