This Turkey Tagine Bin Youssef recipe is a perfect blend of tender turkey, savory spices, and a medley of vegetables all cooked together in a traditional Moroccan tagine. The dish is bursting with flavors and aromas that will transport you to the streets of Marrakech.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs turkey breast, cubed
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp turmeric
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup dried apricots
- 1/2 cup pitted green olives
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Directions
- In a large tagine or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sauté until translucent.
- Add the cubed turkey and brown on all sides.
- Stir in the cumin, ginger, cinnamon, paprika, turmeric, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper.
- Pour in the chicken broth, dried apricots, and green olives.
- Cover and simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
- Once turkey is cooked through and tender, sprinkle with fresh cilantro before serving.
Interesting Facts
Tagine cooking is a traditional Moroccan method where all ingredients are cooked together in a conical clay pot.
Turkey is a lean protein that is a great alternative to the traditional lamb or beef used in tagine recipes.
The combination of spices in this tagine recipe creates a harmonious blend of sweet, savory, and spicy flavors.