Mediterranean Lamb & Vegetable Tagine with Couscous

Ingredients

• Lamb (cubed)
• Onion (chopped)
• Carrots (chopped)
• Zucchini (chopped)
• Tomato (diced)
• Vegetable Broth
• Cumin
• Coriander
• Turmeric
• Cinnamon
• Harissa paste (optional, for heat)
• Couscous
• Mint (fresh, chopped)
• Cilantro (fresh, chopped)
• Olive Oil
• Salt
• Pepper

Instructions

1. Season lamb with salt, pepper, cumin, coriander, turmeric, and cinnamon.
2. Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven. Brown the lamb in batches, then set aside.
3. Sauté onion until softened. Add carrots and zucchini, cook for a few minutes.
4. Return the lamb to the pot. Add diced tomato, vegetable broth, and harissa paste (if using).
5. Bring to a simmer, then cover and cook on low heat for at least 2 hours, or until the lamb is very tender.
6. Prepare couscous according to package directions.
7. Serve the tagine over couscous. Garnish with fresh mint and cilantro.