Lamb Mince and Chickpea Tagine

Eleanor Craig

This Lamb Mince and Chickpea Tagine is a fragrant, slow-cooked dish that beautifully harmonizes North African spices with tender lamb and nutty chickpeas. Inspired by the bustling souks and aromatic spices of Morocco, this dish brings warmth and comfort to any table. Its unique blend of flavors and textures makes it a standout choice for those seeking an exotic dining experience.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 1

Total Time 1 20

Course Main Course

Cuisine Middle Eastern

Servings plates

Calories 542 kcal

Ingredients

500 grams ground lamb (minced lamb) - Preferably organic or grass-fed
1 cup chickpeas (garbanzo beans) - Cooked and drained, or canned
2 medium white onion - Finely chopped
3 cloves garlic - Minced
400 grams canned tomatoes - Chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil - Extra virgin for best flavor
1 teaspoon cumin - Ground
1 teaspoon cilantro (coriander) - Ground
1 teaspoon paprika
0.5 teaspoon cinnamon - Ground
0.5 teaspoon salt - Adjust to taste
0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper - Freshly ground
2 tablespoons cilantro (coriander) - Fresh, Chopped, plus more for garnish

Instructions

Heat the olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot or tagine over medium heat. Add the onions and sauté until they become golden brown, about 8 minutes.
Add the lamb mince to the pot. Cook while stirring, breaking any clumps with the back of a spoon, until the lamb is browned, about 10 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic, cumin, coriander, paprika, and cinnamon. Fry for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the chopped tomatoes, cooked chickpeas, salt, and pepper. Stir well and bring to a simmer.
Lower the heat to a gentle simmer, cover the pot, and cook for 30–40 minutes, allowing flavors to meld together. Stir occasionally and check for seasoning.
Before serving, mix in the chopped cilantro. Allow the dish to rest for a few minutes off the heat so the flavors can fully develop.

Notes

For an added touch of authenticity, consider serving this tagine with couscous or flatbread, drizzled with a light lemon-yogurt sauce.

Nutrition

Calories: 542kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 27gFat: 38gSaturated Fat: 14gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 17gCholesterol: 91mgSodium: 503mgPotassium: 795mgFiber: 6gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 289IUVitamin C: 16mgCalcium: 99mgIron: 5mg

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