a Moroccan Tagine with Dried Apricots : Make it at Home !

 Here's a simple recipe for preparing a Moroccan tagine with dried apricots:

Ingredients

• For the Tagine:
  • 2 lbs (900g) meat (lamb, chicken, or beef), cut into chunks
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large onion, finely chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
  • 1 cup dried apricots, chopped
  • 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 cup almonds, toasted (optional)
  • Fresh cilantro or parsley, for garnish

Instructions

1. Sauté the Aromatics:

   • In a tagine or a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
   • Add the chopped onion and cook until softened (about 5 minutes).
   • Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute.

2. Brown the Meat:

   • Add the meat to the pot, browning it on all sides.
   • Season with salt, pepper, cumin, cinnamon, ginger, and turmeric.

3. Add Tomatoes and Broth:

   • Stir in the drained diced tomatoes and the broth.
   • Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low.

4. Add Dried Apricots:

   • Add the chopped dried apricots and stir to combine.
   • Cover the tagine and let it cook for about 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the meat is tender. Stir occasionally and add more broth if needed.

5. Finish and Serve:

   • If using, stir in toasted almonds just before serving.
   • Garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley.

6. Serve:

   • Serve the tagine hot, traditionally with couscous or crusty bread.