Tagine cooking is a captivating cornerstone of Moroccan cuisine, celebrated for its rich flavours, aromatic spices and slow-cooked tenderness.
Named after the distinctive cone-shaped clay pot it’s prepared in, tagine dishes are both a cooking method and a culinary experience. The unique design of the pot allows steam to circulate gently, preserving moisture and infusing ingredients with deeply layered taste.
Whether it’s lamb with prunes and almonds, chicken with preserved lemon and olives, or a vibrant vegetable medley, each tagine brings warmth and comfort to the table.
Spices like cumin, cinnamon, saffron and ginger play starring roles, creating an intoxicating aroma that lingers in the air. Tagine cooking is not just about the final dish - it’s a ritual steeped in tradition, inviting communal dining and connection.
For food lovers, the allure lies in its soulful simplicity, where time, spice and love transform humble ingredients into a feast worth sharing.
Here are five tagine recipes to turn weeknight dinners into Winter winners:
With just 15 minutes prep time, this slow-cooking spiced lamb tagine is an easy winner. With notes of cinnamon and a delicious currant couscous, this dish is sure to satisfy the whole family.
Take a trip to Morocco with this fish tagine with couscous recipe, budget-friendly and made in under 30 minutes! This recipe uses basa fillets, but you can use any white fish of choice that will hold its texture.
When you're in the mood for a comforting, slow-cooked meal, make this Moroccan chicken tagine with apricots and chickpeas.
This beef and prune tagine recipe has the exotic flavours of Morocco and will win your tastebuds' loyalty! Served with steamed carrots and broccoli, it is an ideal family dinner temptation during chilly months.
Check out this chickpea and root vegetable tagine recipe for an easy meat-free dinner. Topped with crunchy almonds and fresh coriander, it's a real flavour sensation.
