Easy Lamb Tagine with Pomegranate

A fragrant Moroccan-style tagine combining tender lamb shoulder with aromatic spices and sweet pomegranate juice. This hearty dish is garnished with fresh herbs and pomegranate arils for a beautiful presentation.

6 servings
1 hr 50 min

Ingredients

  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup pomegranate juice
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ¾ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¾ teaspoon ground ginger
  • teaspoons kosher salt
  • ¾ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 4 pounds boneless lamb shoulder
  • 1 medium onion
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 2 tablespoons parsley or cilantro leaves
  • 2 tablespoons pomegranate arils
  • 1 tablespoon mint leaves
  • coarsely chopped

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Combine broth and pomegranate juice in a large heavy pot, Dutch oven, or tagine. Whisk in coriander, cumin, paprika, cinnamon, ginger, 1 3/4 tsp. salt, and 3/4 tsp. pepper. Add lamb, onion, and garlic, toss to coat, and gently simmer over low to medium-low heat, mostly covered, until lamb is fork-tender, about 1 1/2 hours. Uncover, increase heat to medium, and continue to cook until juices are thickened, about 15 minutes more; taste and adjust seasonings.

    105 min

  2. 2.

    Transfer lamb mixture along with any accumulated juices to a serving dish. Top with parsley or cilantro, pomegranate arils, and mint.

    5 min

  3. 3.

    Tagine can be made 3 days ahead; cover and chill. Rewarm before serving.