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One-pot Quinoa and Lamb

Cultural Context

Originating from Mediterranean cuisine, One-pot Quinoa and Lamb combines the nutritious grain quinoa with flavorful lamb, creating a hearty and wholesome dish. It's often enjoyed in family gatherings or as a comforting weeknight meal. This dish has gained popularity for its ease of preparation and the ability to adapt with various spices and vegetables, making it a versatile option in many kitchens.

MediterraneanGRmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
quinoa
lamb cut into medium sized pieces
black eyed peas
2 carrots
garlic cloves, crushed
1 tablespoon of ginger paste
4 sweet peppers
1 Anaheim pepper
1 jalapeño pepper
salt
black pepper
1 tablespoon of Mixed herbs / seasoning
3/4 teaspoon of ground cumin
2 tablespoons of Mamie Renée’s green seasoning
1 large yellow onion, diced
cherry tomatoes
2 Bay leaves
1 tablespoon of Dijon mustard
black and green Olives
1/4 cup of chopped Parsley
oil
water

lamb

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Chicken is leaner, while ground beef is more economical.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + seasoning

Vegetable broth is lower in calories, while water with seasoning is cost-effective.

1

Heat the oil.

2

Add the washed and patted dried meat. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.

3

When nice and golden brown, add the diced onions.

4

When the onions are translucent, add the crushed garlic and the ginger paste.

5

Add the diced peppers. Stir. Let cook for 1 minute.

6

Add Mamie Renée’s seasoning.

7

Add the halved cherry tomatoes and bay leaves.

8

Add the Dijon mustard. Stir. Let cook for a couple of minutes.

9

Add the sliced carrots.

10

Add the green and black olives.

11

Add the chopped parsley.

12

Add the cumin.

13

Add the mixed herbs/seasoning.

14

Add the water. Partially cover the pot and let simmer until the meat is tender.

15

Add the cooked black-eyed peas. Let simmer for about 10 minutes.

16

Rectify the seasoning if necessary. Check the quantity of liquid inside the pot.

17

Add more water or let reduce a little more, to have the right amount of liquid to cook the quinoa in.

18

Add the quinoa. Reduce the heat to medium. Stir.

19

When all the liquid is absorbed, stir gently. Turn the heat to medium low and cover the pot. Let cook until the quinoa is done.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingmixingsimmering

Equipment Needed

large potcutting boardknifemeasuring cupsspoon

Spice Level:

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Allergens

milkgluten

Also Known As

Quinoa Lamb PilafLamb and Quinoa Casserole

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