Chicken Tagine
A fragrant chicken stew with olives, preserved lemon, ginger, saffron, and warm spices.
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Instructions
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- 1
Brown chicken pieces in olive oil.
- 2
Cook onion with spices until soft.
- 3
Simmer chicken with a splash of water.
- 4
Add preserved lemon and olives and reduce the sauce.
Cook notes
Tips
Rinse preserved lemon if it is very salty.
Cook low and slow for tender chicken.
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