Tagine Bil Dajaj Wa Mishmish (fragrant Chicken And Apricot Tagine)
Tagine Bil Dajaj wa Mishmish, or Fragrant Chicken and Apricot Tagine, is a traditional Emirati dish that combines tender chicken with the sweetness of apricots and a blend of aromatic spices. This comforting and flavorful tagine is perfect for sharing with family and friends.
Ingredients
- 1 whole chicken, cut into pieces
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon ground paprika
- 1/2 cup dried apricots
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 cups chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- In a tagine or large, deep skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and cook until softened.
- Add the chicken pieces to the skillet and brown on all sides.
- Stir in the ground ginger, turmeric, cinnamon, cumin, coriander, and paprika, coating the chicken evenly with the spices.
- Pour in the chicken broth and add the dried apricots. Bring to a simmer.
- Drizzle the honey over the chicken and apricots, then cover and let simmer for 45-50 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 1 hour
- Total time:
- 1 hour
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 350 per serving
- Protein
- 25g
- Carbohydrates
- 30g
- Fat
- 15g
Supplies
Tagine or deep skillet Cooking spoon Cutting board Knife
Tools
Stovetop
Serving suggestions
Serve the Fragrant Chicken and Apricot Tagine with fluffy couscous or warm pita bread.
Tips & tricks
For an extra burst of flavor, try adding a sprinkle of toasted almonds or pine nuts on top before serving.
Cost
$20