Lamb Tagine with Quince

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A flavorful Moroccan-inspired dish featuring tender lamb cooked with aromatic spices and glazed quince.

Prep Time
30min
Cook Time
2hr 30min
Total Time
3hr
Lamb Tagine with Quince recipe

Ingredients

6 Servings
(1 serving = 1 plate)

Main Ingredients

  • 2tbsp
    olive oil
  • 800g
    onions, chopped
  • 300mL
    vegetable stock
  • 1tbsp
    garlic, finely chopped
  • 1tsp
    ground turmeric
  • 1tsp
    ground ginger
  • 1tsp
    salt
  • 1pinch
    saffron
  • 1200g
    lamb neck fillets
  • 1bundle
    coriander bouquet

Glazed Quince

  • 3
    large quinces
  • 40g
    unsalted butter
  • 4tbsp
    honey

How to make Lamb Tagine with Quince

Cooking the Lamb

  1. In a large casserole, heat the olive oil and add the onions over medium heat. Cover with a lid and leave the onions until they are soft and translucent, about 15 minutes.

    Step 1.1: In a large casserole, heat the olive oil and add the onions over medium heat
    Step 1.2: In a large casserole, heat the olive oil and add the onions over medium heat
  2. Add the garlic, spices, and meat. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes, turning the meat occasionally.

    Step 1.1: Add the garlic, spices, and meat
  3. Pour the stock into the casserole and place the coriander bouquet on top of the meat. Bring to a boil, then cover with a lid and reduce to medium-low heat. Simmer gently for 1.5 to 2 hours or until the meat is soft and separates easily, stirring occasionally.

    Step 1.1: Pour the stock into the casserole and place the coriander bouquet on top of the meat

Preparing the Quinces

  1. Meanwhile, peel and quarter the quinces, discarding the core. Ensure the pieces are of equal size for even cooking.

  2. Place the quince pieces in a large skillet and cover with water. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low, cover with a lid, and simmer for 40 minutes. Start checking for doneness after 35 minutes.

  3. Once the quinces are soft enough to insert a knife, remove them from the heat and drain.

Glazing the Quinces

  1. When ready to serve, warm the butter and honey in a large pan over medium heat and add the cooked quince pieces. Glaze each piece on both sides for 2 minutes until lightly golden.

    Step 3.1: When ready to serve, warm the butter and honey in a large pan over medium heat and add the cooked quince pieces
  2. Serve immediately with the lamb and onion sauce, garnished with coriander. Enjoy with a side of couscous or crusty bread.

    Step 3.1: Serve immediately with the lamb and onion sauce, garnished with coriander

Tips & Tricks

  1. Once peeled and cleaned, place your quince pieces in a large bowl filled with water to prevent them from turning brown.

  2. If you notice there is almost no liquid left in the casserole while cooking the meat, add a few tablespoons of water to avoid the tagine from drying out and sticking to the pan.

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