Couscous with Lamb and Vegetables

Name: Couscous with Lamb and Vegetables
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 70 min
Total time: 1 h 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 800 g Lamb leg or shoulder, diced; 250 g Medium grain couscous; 2 medium Carrots, peeled, sliced; 1 medium Zucchini, diced; 400 g Chickpeas, drained, rinsed; 1 large Onion, chopped; 2 cloves Garlic, minced; 1 medium Red bell pepper, diced; 2 tbsp Tomato paste; 400 g Diced tomatoes, canned; 3 tbsp Olive oil; 700 ml Beef or chicken broth; 1 tsp Ground cumin; 1 tsp Ground coriander; 1 tsp Ground turmeric; 0.5 tsp Ground ginger; 0.25 tsp Ground cinnamon; 1 tsp Sweet paprika; null to taste Salt; null to taste Freshly ground black pepper; 0.5 bunch Fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Difficulty

medium

Time

1h 40m

Price Category

average

Calories

Medium

This rich and flavorful lamb couscous recipe will transport you to the heart of Morocco. The perfect harmony of tender lamb, fresh vegetables, and aromatic spices results in a truly satisfying and unforgettable meal. It's an ideal choice for a family lunch or a dinner with friends when you're craving something special. Prepare it and enjoy the magic of oriental flavors!

Steps

Prep and Sear

Heat 2 tbsp of olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the diced lamb and sear on all sides until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the lamb from the pot and set aside.

Vegetables and Spices

Add another 1 tbsp of olive oil to the pot, then add the chopped onion and red bell pepper. Sauté until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic, tomato paste, ground cumin, coriander, turmeric, ginger, cinnamon, and paprika. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Simmer the Stew

Return the seared lamb to the pot. Add the diced tomatoes, carrots, and broth. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 45 minutes, or until the lamb is almost tender. Then, add the diced zucchini and drained chickpeas, and cook for another 15-20 minutes, uncovered, until the vegetables are tender and the sauce has thickened.

Prepare Couscous

While the stew is simmering, prepare the couscous according to package instructions. Typically, this involves pouring hot water or broth over it, covering, letting it sit for 5-10 minutes, and then fluffing with a fork.

Serve

Serve the warm lamb and vegetable stew over the fluffy couscous. Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro or parsley. Enjoy your meal!

	Per 100g	Per Serving 450g
Calories	200 kcal	900 kcal
Protein	15g	68g
Fat	8g	36g
Carbohydrate	18g	81g
Fiber	3g	13.5g
Sugar	4g	18g

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Couscous with Lamb and Vegetables

Difficulty

Time

Price Category

Calories

ingredients

Steps

Prep and Sear

Vegetables and Spices

Simmer the Stew

Prepare Couscous

Serve

Extra Tips

► For even more flavor, marinate the lamb overnight with half of the spices and a little olive oil.

► If you like it spicy, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a finely chopped chili pepper to the vegetables.

► Let the stew rest for 5-10 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld even better.

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