Tagine d'Agneau

Tagine d'Agneau is a flavorful Moroccan dish featuring tender lamb slow-cooked with aromatic spices and vibrant vegetables, perfect for a keto-friendly brunch. This dish is rich in nutrients and offers a delightful taste of North African cuisine.

Tagine d'Agneau
60 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
Moroccan
550 kcal

Ingredients

  • Lamb shoulder - 400 grams, cut into cubes
  • Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
  • Onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
  • Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
  • Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
  • Ground coriander - 1 teaspoon
  • Ground cinnamon - 1/2 teaspoon
  • Ground ginger - 1/2 teaspoon
  • Salt - 1 teaspoon
  • Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
  • Zucchini - 1 medium, sliced
  • Red bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
  • Tomato - 1 medium, chopped
  • Chicken or beef broth - 250 milliliters
  • Fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
  • Lemon - 1, juiced

Steps

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large tagine or heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until the onion is translucent.
  3. Stir in the lamb cubes, browning them on all sides for about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Add the ground cumin, coriander, cinnamon, ginger, salt, and black pepper, mixing well to coat the meat in the spices.
  5. Incorporate the zucchini, red bell pepper, and chopped tomato, stirring to combine.
  6. Pour in the chicken or beef broth, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer.
  7. Cover the pot and reduce the heat to low, allowing it to cook for 40-45 minutes until the lamb is tender.
  8. Once cooked, stir in the chopped cilantro and lemon juice, adjusting seasoning if necessary.
  9. Serve hot, garnished with additional cilantro if desired.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 550
  • Protein: 45 g
  • Carbs: 9 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 800 mg
  • Cholesterol: 120 mg
  • Total Fat: 38 g
  • Saturated Fat: 10 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 28 g
  • Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

  • High in protein, supporting muscle health and satiety.
  • Rich in healthy fats from olive oil, beneficial for heart health.

Tags

MoroccanKetoBrunch