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Amazing 1 Moroccan Spiced Lamb Couscous Comfort

Moroccan Spiced Lamb Couscous
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This Moroccan Spiced Lamb Couscous offers a rich, warming, and satisfying meal. You will love the tender lamb combined with aromatic spices served over fluffy couscous. It creates a perfect hearty dinner bowl.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs lamb shoulder, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to your taste)
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 cup dried apricots, halved
  • 1 cup couscous
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro for garnish
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Season the lamb cubes generously with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Brown the lamb on all sides in batches; remove and set aside.
  3. Reduce heat to medium. Add the onion to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  4. Add garlic, cumin, coriander, turmeric, and cayenne pepper. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Return the lamb to the pot. Stir in the diced tomatoes and broth. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
  6. Cover the pot, reduce heat to low, and cook for 1 to 1.5 hours, or until the lamb is very tender.
  7. Stir in the dried apricots during the last 15 minutes of cooking.
  8. While the stew finishes, prepare the couscous: Place couscous in a heatproof bowl. Pour 1 cup of boiling water over it. Cover tightly and let stand for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
  9. Taste the lamb stew and adjust seasoning if needed.
  10. Serve the spiced lamb stew over the prepared couscous. Garnish generously with fresh cilantro before serving.

Notes

  • For extra depth, brown the lamb in small batches to avoid overcrowding the pot.
  • Chef Tariq suggests adding a pinch of saffron threads to the broth for authentic flavor.
  • If you prefer a thicker sauce, remove the lid for the last 15 minutes of simmering.
  • Amara loves to add toasted slivered almonds on top for texture.

Nutrition

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