Creating Moroccan Lamb Tagine can be a rewarding experience if you follow these simple steps:

1. Prepare the Ingredients: Gather all your ingredients to ensure a smooth cooking process.
2. Brown the Lamb: In a large tagine or heavy pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the lamb pieces and sear until browned on all sides. Remove the lamb and set aside.
3. Sauté Onions and Garlic: In the same pot, add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
4. Add Spices: Stir in the ground cumin, coriander, cinnamon, ginger, paprika, and cayenne pepper. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
5. Deglaze with Broth: Pour in the broth and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot for added flavor.
6. Combine Ingredients: Return the browned lamb to the pot. Add the drained tomatoes, carrots, zucchini, and dried apricots. Mix well.
7. Simmer: Cover the pot and reduce heat to low. Let it simmer gently for about 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
8. Add Chickpeas: After an hour, add the cooked chickpeas and continue cooking for another 30 minutes or until the lamb is tender and the flavors are rich.
9. Season: Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
10. Serve: Remove from heat and let it sit for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley before serving.

These steps will guide you in creating a delicious Moroccan Lamb Tagine that will impress your family and friends.