TAJINE WITH LEMON, POTATOES & GREEN PEAS

A delicious Moroccan dish that is just perfect for cold winter days. This recipe is with beef, but you can easily make it with lamb or chicken or even white fish.

INGREDIENTS FOR FOUR SERVINGS

-500 gr of meat (beef or lamb) cut in small chunks (no fat)

-One and half teaspoon of cumin

-One teaspoon of turmeric

-Half a teaspoon of paprika

-Half a teaspoon of freshly crushed black pepper

-A few cardamom pods

-One small stick of cinnamon  

-Two bay leaves

-A bit of salt

-One inch of freshly crushed ginger root

-Three garlic cloves crushed

-The peel of one lemon, finely sliced.

-Fresh cilantro

-Two cups of broth of choice

-Oil for cooking

 

PREPARATION

1-In oil, place all the spices (dry and wet, including the lemon peel) in a little bit of oil. Cook on medium fire until the spices give out their aroma.

2-Add the meat and mix well so that it is well covered with the spices.

3-Add the broth, potatoes and green peas. Add a little bit of water if need be.

4-Leave the fire on medium to low, and cook uncovered until the potatoes are soft.

SERVING

-Serve warm with a fresh green salad on the side.