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Lamb Tangia (Slow-cooked Marrakesh style)

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  • Author: Nora
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 4-5 hours
  • Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cook
  • Cuisine: Moroccan
  • Diet: Halal

Description

Lamb Tangia is a traditional slow-cooked dish from Marrakesh, known for its rich flavors and tender meat.


Ingredients

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  • 2 kg lamb shoulder, cut into large pieces
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tsp ground cumin
  • 2 tsp ground coriander
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1 lemon, juiced
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 2 sprigs fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 2 sprigs fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 150°C (300°F).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine garlic, spices, salt, and pepper.
  3. Add lamb pieces and coat them well with the spice mixture.
  4. Place the lamb in a tagine or a heavy oven-safe pot.
  5. Pour olive oil and lemon juice over the lamb.
  6. Add water to the pot.
  7. Cover the pot with a lid or aluminum foil.
  8. Cook in the oven for 4-5 hours until the lamb is tender.
  9. Garnish with chopped cilantro and parsley before serving.

Notes

  • Serve with Moroccan bread or couscous.
  • Adjust spices to your taste.
  • Let the dish rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 200g
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 5g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg

Keywords: Lamb Tangia, Marrakesh, slow-cooked lamb, Moroccan cuisine