Lamb Chickpea Stew - Arabic Lamb Stew - Slow Cooked Tender Lamb - Khaleeji Recipes - Mutton Recipes

lamb shoulder

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: beef chuck

Chicken is lower in fat, while beef is often less expensive.

chickpeas

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Lentils are high in protein and quicker to cook.

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic, chopped carrot, and celery; sauté for another 3-4 minutes.

Add cubed lamb shoulder and brown on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.

Sprinkle in cumin, coriander, paprika, and cinnamon; cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Pour in diced tomatoes and vegetable broth; bring to a simmer.

Add drained chickpeas and bay leaves; cover and reduce heat to low.

Cook for 1.5 to 2 hours, stirring occasionally, until lamb is tender.

Remove bay leaves and stir in lemon juice and chopped parsley before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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