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Moroccan Lamb Stew

Savory Moroccan Lamb Stew That Warms the Soul

This Moroccan Lamb Stew is a comforting, flavorful dish perfect for chilly evenings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course One-Pot Meals
Cuisine Moroccan
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • large pot

Ingredients
  

For the Stew

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for browning the lamb
  • 1 pound lamb well-marbled cuts like shoulder
  • 1 large onion chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 cups diced tomatoes canned for convenience
  • 2 cups broth chicken or vegetable
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin essential spice
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon hint of sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon paprika choose sweet for mild flavor
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger adds warm spice note
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground preferred
  • 2 cups chopped carrots adds sweetness and color
  • 1 cup chopped potatoes provides heartiness
  • 1 cup canned chickpeas drained

For Garnish

  • 1 bunch fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions
 

Cooking Steps

  • In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
  • Add 1 pound of lamb cubes, browning them on all sides for about 5-7 minutes.
  • Once browned, add 1 chopped large onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent.
  • Stir in 3 minced garlic cloves and cook for an additional minute.
  • Pour in 2 cups of diced tomatoes and 2 cups of broth, mixing well.
  • Stir in 2 teaspoons of ground cumin, 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, 1 teaspoon of paprika, 1 teaspoon of ground ginger, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of black pepper.
  • Add 2 cups of chopped carrots and 1 cup of chopped potatoes, gently folding them in.
  • Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover to simmer for 1 hour.
  • After an hour, fold in 1 cup of drained canned chickpeas and heat through for another 5 minutes.
  • Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Notes

This stew is perfect for leftovers and tastes even better the next day.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 10gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 4mg
Keyword comfort food, easy recipe, hearty stew, Moroccan Lamb Stew, One-Pot Meal, spicy stew
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