Tajine de Lapin aux Amandes

Tajine de Lapin aux Amandes is a rich and aromatic Moroccan dish featuring tender rabbit simmered with spices and garnished with crunchy almonds. This dairy-free delicacy is perfect for a cozy dinner, bringing the flavors of North Africa to your table.

Ingredients

• Rabbit meat - 400 grams, cut into pieces
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Ground coriander - 1 teaspoon
• Ground cinnamon - 1/2 teaspoon
• Turmeric - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Chicken broth - 300 milliliters
• Dried apricots - 100 grams, chopped
• Almonds - 50 grams, blanched and toasted
• Fresh coriander - a handful, chopped (for garnish)
• Lemon - 1, cut into wedges (for serving)

Steps

1. Heat olive oil in a tajine or a heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat.
2. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
4. Add the rabbit pieces to the pot, browning them on all sides for about 10 minutes.
5. Sprinkle in the ground cumin, coriander, cinnamon, turmeric, salt, and black pepper, stirring well to coat the rabbit pieces with the spices.
6. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer.
7. Add the dried apricots, cover the pot, and let it simmer for about 60 minutes, or until the rabbit is tender.
8. Once the rabbit is cooked, remove the lid and let it simmer uncovered for another 10 minutes to reduce the sauce slightly.
9. Stir in the toasted almonds just before serving.
10. Serve hot, garnished with fresh coriander and lemon wedges on the side.

Nutrition

• Calories: 420
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 25 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 10 g
• Sodium: 700 mg
• Cholesterol: 100 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein from rabbit meat, promoting muscle health.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil and almonds, supporting heart health.

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