5-ingredient Moroccan-style lamb | Tesco Food

dried apricots

🥗Healthier: fresh apricots

💰Cheaper: raisins

Raisins are more affordable and still provide sweetness.

almonds

🥗Healthier: walnuts

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Sunflower seeds are less expensive and nut-free.

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

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

Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger; cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

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

Sprinkle in cinnamon, cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, salt, and black pepper; stir to coat the meat.

Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer.

Add dried apricots and chickpeas to the pot; cover and reduce heat to low.

Braise for 1.5 to 2 hours, stirring occasionally, until lamb is tender and flavors meld.

Uncover and let simmer for an additional 15 minutes to thicken sauce if desired.

Garnish with toasted almonds and fresh cilantro before serving.

Serve with couscous or bread to soak up the sauce.

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