LAMB AND QUINCE TAGINE

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This savory Moroccan lamb stew is perfumed with ginger, cinnamon, coriander, cumin, and vanilla.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Number Of Ingredients 18

4 lamb shanks (1 1/4 pounds each)
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 medium onions, halved and thinly sliced
2 garlic cloves, peeled
1 1/2 teaspoons ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
9 cups water
1/4 cup honey
1 cup fresh cilantro, coarsely chopped
1/2 teaspoon saffron threads
4 quinces (about 2 pounds total), peeled and quartered
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
Cooked couscous, for serving
3 tablespoons sliced almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • Season lamb shanks with salt and pepper. Heat oil in a large, heavy pot over medium-high heat. Working in batches if necessary, brown lamb shanks on all sides, about 4 minutes per side. Transfer lamb shanks to a bowl.
  • Add onions, garlic, ginger, cinnamon, coriander, cumin, and cayenne to drippings in pot, and cook 4 minutes. Return lamb and any juices to pot, and add enough water to cover (about 5 cups). Add honey, 1/3 cup cilantro, and the saffron, and bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer gently until lamb is tender, about 2 hours.
  • Meanwhile, bring 4 cups water to a boil. Add quinces and lemon juice. Cover with parchment cut to fit pan. Reduce heat, and simmer gently until tender but not falling apart, about 40 minutes. Drain, and then remove cores. Transfer half the quinces to a food processor, and puree. (Alternatively, mash with a fork.)
  • Place lamb on a plate. Raise heat to medium-high, and simmer to reduce liquid by half, about 20 minutes, skimming fat. Return lamb to pot, and add whole and pureed quinces. Cook until sauce has thickened, 20 to 25 minutes.
  • To serve, season tagine with salt and pepper. Spoon couscous into bowls, top with tagine, and sprinkle with remaining 2/3 cup cilantro and the almonds.

haseeb tasal
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This tagine is a great make-ahead meal. I made it the night before and it was even better the next day. The flavors had time to meld together and the lamb was even more tender. I served it with rice and a side of vegetables and it was a delicious mea


Breanna Duran
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This tagine is a great way to use up leftover lamb. I had some leftover lamb from a roast and I decided to try this recipe. The lamb was tender and flavorful, and the quince added a nice sweetness. The spices gave the dish a warm and inviting aroma.


Raja Atta
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I love this tagine! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family. The lamb is always tender and juicy, and the quince adds a unique and delicious flavor. I love serving it with couscous and a side of vegetables. It's a perfect meal for a


Cool Girl
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This tagine is a great make-ahead meal. I made it the night before and it was even better the next day. The flavors had time to meld together and the lamb was even more tender. I served it with rice and a side of vegetables and it was a delicious mea


tictak jo
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This tagine is a great way to use up leftover lamb. I had some leftover lamb from a roast and I decided to try this recipe. The lamb was tender and flavorful, and the quince added a nice sweetness. The spices gave the dish a warm and inviting aroma.


Sashy Ortez
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I love this tagine! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family. The lamb is always tender and juicy, and the quince adds a unique and delicious flavor. I love serving it with couscous and a side of vegetables. It's a perfect meal for a


pawan sah
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This tagine is a great make-ahead meal. I made it the night before and it was even better the next day. The flavors had time to meld together and the lamb was even more tender. I served it with rice and a side of vegetables and it was a delicious mea


Nicholas Gustafson
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I made this tagine for a dinner party and it was a huge hit! The lamb was so tender and juicy, and the quince added a unique and delicious flavor. The spices were perfectly balanced and gave the dish a warm and inviting aroma. I served it with cousco


Vincent Jovan
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This tagine is a great way to use up leftover lamb. I had some leftover lamb from a roast and I decided to try this recipe. The lamb was tender and flavorful, and the quince added a nice sweetness. The spices gave the dish a warm and inviting aroma.


Ladonna wade
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I was skeptical about using quince in a savory dish, but I'm so glad I tried this recipe! The quince added a wonderful depth of flavor to the lamb. The meat was tender and juicy, and the sauce was rich and flavorful. I served it with rice and a side


RAMATU Abdlai
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This tagine was absolutely delicious! The lamb was fall-off-the-bone tender and the quince added a lovely sweetness and tartness. The spices were perfectly balanced and gave the dish a warm and inviting aroma. I served it with couscous and a side of


JR Jubayer
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I've made this lamb and quince tagine several times now and it never disappoints. It's one of my favorite recipes for entertaining because it's always a crowd-pleaser. The lamb is always tender and juicy, and the quince adds a unique and delicious fl


Mocanu Romeo
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This tagine is a true testament to the magic of slow cooking. The lamb and quince come together to create a symphony of flavors. The meat is so tender it practically melts in your mouth, while the quince adds a delightful sweetness and tartness. The


Amit Das
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I tried this recipe last night and it was a hit with my family! The lamb was so tender and juicy, and the quince added a unique and delicious flavor. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Angela Nyarko
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This lamb and quince tagine was a delightful culinary adventure. The flavors of the lamb and quince blended beautifully, creating a rich and aromatic dish. The addition of spices like cinnamon, ginger, and cumin gave it a warm and inviting aroma. The