Fragrant Lamb Stew With Dried Fruits Recipe

Name: Fragrant Lamb Stew With Dried Fruits
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 lbs lamb, cut into cubes from boneless leg of lamb; 3 -4 medium onions, peeled and chopped; 3 cloves garlic, crushed through a press; 1 lb carrot, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks; 2 teaspoons curry powder; salt and pepper; 1 teaspoon cinnamon; 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, minced or 1 teaspoon ginger, ground, minced; 1/2 teaspoon clove, ground; 1 teaspoon lemon, zest of, minced; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper or 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary leaf, minced; 1 cup water, or more as needed; 1 cup red wine; 2 cups canned plum tomatoes, preferably San Marzano; 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar, good quality; 2 cups dried fruit (mix of apricots, prunes, raisins, cranberries); 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice; 1/2 cup slivered almonds; 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped and divided in half

Servings: persons

3 lbs lamb, cut into cubes from boneless leg of lamb
3 -4 medium onions, peeled and chopped
3 cloves garlic, crushed through a press
1 lb carrot, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
2 teaspoons curry powder
salt and pepper
1 teaspoon cinnamon
2 tablespoons fresh ginger, minced or 1 teaspoon ginger, ground, minced
1/2 teaspoon clove, ground
1 teaspoon lemon, zest of, minced
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper or 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon fresh rosemary leaf, minced
1 cup water, or more as needed
1 cup red wine
2 cups canned plum tomatoes, preferably San Marzano
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar, good quality
2 cups dried fruit (mix of apricots, prunes, raisins, cranberries)
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup slivered almonds
1 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped and divided in half

1
-Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
2
Heat olive oil in bottom of 4 to 5 quart heavy-bottomed Dutch oven.
3
Brown cubes of lamb in oil, in batches, remove lamb to plate. Add onions to pot, scraping up brown bits and stirring.
4
When softened, add crushed garlic; stir to incorporate, then add carrots.
5
Cook 2 to 3 minutes.
6
Add curry, salt, pepper, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, lemon zest, cayenne or pepper flakes, and rosemary.
7
Stir to mix in well, then add water and wine. Raise heat and let the liquids bubble. Lower heat, then add the tomatoes, balsamic vinegar, and the lamb cubes.
8
Add dried fruits, the lemon juice, and the almonds.
9
Adjust seasonings to taste, adding more water if the stew seems too thick.
10
Add 1/2 cup of cilantro, cover pot, and place in oven for 75 to 90 minutes.
11
From time to time, check stew, adding water as needed to keep it moist. When lamb is tender and dried fruits have softened almost enough to become part of the sauce, remove from oven and stir in remaining cilantro.
12
Let stew rest 5 minutes and serve.

1240

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 lbs lamb, cut into cubes from boneless leg of lamb, 3 -4 medium onions, peeled and chopped, 3 cloves garlic, crushed through a press, 1 lb carrot, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks, and more.

Yes, Fragrant Lamb Stew With Dried Fruits falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Fragrant Lamb Stew With Dried Fruits

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