Slow-Cooked Spiced Lamb Tagine with Root Vegetables

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-15 · Updated 2026-05-15

A fragrant slow-cooked lamb stew infused with warm regional spices and hearty root vegetables, perfect for comforting dinners. This North African-inspired lamb recipe, ready in about 170 minutes, pairs lamb shoulder, cut into 1.5-inch cubes, olive oil, onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 2 lbs lamb shoulder, cut into 1.5-inch cubes
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 large, diced onion
• 4, minced garlic cloves
• 2 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp turmeric
• 14 oz canned diced tomatoes
• 3 cups, peeled and chopped into 1-inch pieces regional root vegetables (carrots, parsnips, turnips)
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Add 2 lbs lamb shoulder cubes and brown on all sides for about 6-8 minutes, then transfer lamb to a plate.
2. Step 2: In the same pot, add 1 large diced onion and 4 minced garlic cloves; sauté for 5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
3. Step 3: Stir in 2 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp ground coriander, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, 1 tsp paprika, and 1/2 tsp turmeric. Cook spices with onions and garlic for 1 minute until aromatic.
4. Step 4: Return lamb to the pot and add 14 oz canned diced tomatoes, 3 cups chopped root vegetables, 2 cups chicken broth, 1 1/2 tsp salt, and 1 tsp black pepper. Stir to combine.
5. Step 5: Bring to a simmer, cover, reduce heat to low, and cook gently for 2 to 2.5 hours, or until lamb is tender and vegetables are soft.
6. Step 6: Garnish with 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro before serving to add brightness.