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Moroccan Lamb

Cultural Context

Originating from North Africa, Moroccan Lamb is a staple of Moroccan cuisine, celebrated for its rich spices and aromatic flavors. Traditionally served during special occasions and family gatherings, it embodies the warmth of Moroccan hospitality. Today, this dish has gained popularity worldwide, often adapted to suit various tastes and dietary preferences.

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6 servings
Servings4
2 kg lamb shoulder or leg, on the bone
2 L beef stock
1 red onion, sliced, 1 cm thick
1 bulb garlic, cut in half horizontally
1 orange, sliced, 1 cm thick
1 10 cm piece ginger, sliced, 5 mm thick
16 pitted dates
1 tsp ground ginger
1 tsp ground turmeric
1/4 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
1 tsp sea salt flakes
1/4 tsp ground black pepper
3 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp salt
1 L plain Greek-style yoghurt
2 small red onions, sliced into thin slices
1 cup white vinegar
1 tbsp salt
1 tbsp white sugar
900 g (3 small) eggplants
240 g tahini
3 cloves garlic, peeled
2 tbsp juice 1 lemon
1 tsp salt
2 tsp extra virgin olive oil
20 g harissa spice
40 g tomato paste
olive oil to taste
100 g plain Greek style yoghurt or Skyr
1 bunch fresh mint, leaves picked
1 bunch parsley, leaves picked
1 large bunch coriander, leaves picked
2 cloves garlic, peeled
1 lemon, juice and finely grated zest
1 1/2 tsp ground cumin
1/4 tsp ground black pepper
120 ml extra virgin olive oil
475 ml reserved braising liquid
150 g pearl couscous
1 orange, zest and juice
1/4 bunch coriander, leaves roughly chopped
1/4 bunch mint, leaves roughly chopped
1/4 bunch flat leaf parsley, leaves roughly chopped
juice 1 lemon
1 tbsp olive oil
2 dates, chopped
2 tbsp drained Pickled Onions
salt and pepper, to taste
mint leaves
pomegranate seeds
toasted slivered pistachios and almonds
1

Prepare the spiced Moroccan lamb by seasoning it with the spices and browning it in olive oil.

2

Add the sliced red onion, garlic, orange, ginger, and pitted dates to the pot with the lamb.

3

Pour in the beef stock and bring to a simmer, then cover and cook until tender.

4

For the labneh, mix the Greek-style yoghurt with salt and let it drain to thicken.

5

Slice the red onions for pickling and combine with vinegar, salt, and sugar; let sit.

6

Roast the eggplants until soft, then blend with tahini, garlic, lemon juice, and salt to make the dip.

7

Mix harissa spice with tomato paste and olive oil, then combine with Greek yoghurt for the harissa yoghurt.

8

Prepare the chermoula by blending fresh herbs, garlic, lemon juice, cumin, and olive oil.

9

Cook the pearl couscous in the reserved braising liquid, then mix with orange zest, herbs, dates, and pickled onions.

Dietary

dairy-freegluten-free

Allergens

milknuts

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