Lamb or Goat with Okra Tajine Recipe

Name: Lamb or Goat with Okra Tajine Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 90 min
Total time: 105 min
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: 3 onions, chopped (600g); Vegetable oil; 1kg lamb or goat, cut into pieces; 2 tsp garlic, chopped (20g); 1 tsp each: black pepper, cumin, coriander, paprika; 2 tbsp tomato paste (40g); 1 cup tomato puree (250ml); Hot water; 500g okra, ends removed and chopped; ½ tbsp salt; Fresh coriander, for garnish

Lamb or Goat with Okra Tajine Recipe – A rich and flavorful North African dish featuring tender slow-cooked lamb or goat, okra, and aromatic spices in a savory tomato-based sauce. Perfect for a comforting and authentic meal, this traditional tajine is best served with bread or rice.

Our Yemeni Kitchen

Mar 19, 2025 - 14:41

Prep Time 15 min

Cook Time 90 min

Serving 6

Difficulty Intermediate

Lamb or Goat with Okra Tajine Recipe, a traditional North African and Middle Eastern dish that combines tender, slow-cooked meat with flavorful spices and velvety okra. Simmered in a fragrant tomato-based sauce, this hearty tajine is infused with warm spices like cumin, coriander, and paprika, creating a deeply satisfying and comforting meal. The slow cooking process allows the meat to become incredibly tender, while the okra absorbs the savory flavors, adding a unique texture and richness to the dish. Baked in a clay tajine for an authentic touch, this dish is perfect for family gatherings or special occasions. Serve it with crusty bread or fluffy rice to soak up the delicious sauce. Whether made with lamb or goat, this Lamb or Goat with Okra Tajine promises a bold and authentic taste experience, transporting you straight to the heart of Moroccan and Middle Eastern cuisine. Enjoy the harmony of flavors and the comforting warmth of this classic dish!

Ingredients

3 onions, chopped (600g)
Vegetable oil
1kg lamb or goat, cut into pieces
2 tsp garlic, chopped (20g)
1 tsp each: black pepper, cumin, coriander, paprika
2 tbsp tomato paste (40g)
1 cup tomato puree (250ml)
Hot water
500g okra, ends removed and chopped
½ tbsp salt
Fresh coriander, for garnish

Nutritional Information

Calories: 550

Protein: 40g

Fat: 30g

Saturated Fat: 10g

Unsaturated Fat: 17g

Trans Fat: 0g

Carbohydrates: 20g

Fiber: 6g

Sugar: 7g

Sodium: 600mg

Cholesterol: 90mg

Directions

1. Step

Heat a pot over medium heat with a little vegetable oil. Add the chopped onions and sauté until caramelized.

2. Step

Add the lamb or goat to the pot and cook until it changes color.

3. Step

Stir in 1 tsp chopped garlic, the spices, tomato paste, and tomato puree. Pour in enough hot water to cover the meat. Simmer over medium heat for 1 hour.

4. Step

In a separate pan, heat a little vegetable oil over medium heat. Fry the okra until slightly golden, then stir in the remaining 1 tsp of chopped garlic.

5. Step

After 1 hour, add the fried okra to the pot with the meat. Season with salt. Transfer everything to a tajine clay pot. Cover with parchment paper and aluminum foil.