25-Min Lamb Tagine with Rice
Tender lamb seared and finished with warm spices, broth, and a hit of bright preserved lemon. Served over fluffy rice with a scattering of olives — weeknight Moroccan magic.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 520
- Protein
- 42g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Pat lamb dry with paper towels.
Step 2
Sear lamb in batches 2–3 minutes per side until edges turn golden. Remove to a plate.
Step 3
Add sliced onion to the skillet. Cook 2 minutes until softened, stirring occasionally.
Step 4
Sprinkle spice blend over onion, stir for 30 seconds until fragrant, then pour in broth.
Step 5
Return lamb to skillet. Add preserved lemon and olives, then cover and simmer 12 minutes until lamb is tender.
Step 6
While tagine simmers, cook rice in a separate pot in salted water until fluffy, ~15 minutes. Serve tagine over rice.
Tools you’ll need
- large skillet with lid
- medium pot for rice
- tongs
- wooden spoon
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