Lamb Shank Tagine With Dates

3 large lamb shanks, about 4 1/2 pounds  Salt and pepper 6 garlic cloves, minced 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger 1 tablespoon paprika 2 teaspoons ground cumin 2 tablespoons olive oil or duck fat 1 large onion, sliced, about 2 cups  Small pinch saffron ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper 1 tablespoon tomato paste 1 2-inch piece cinnamon stick 2 teaspoons dried ginger ½ cup chopped dates of any … Continue reading Lamb Shank Tagine With Dates