Moroccan-Spiced Ground Lamb with Pistachio-Mint Couscous Recipe

Name: Moroccan-Spiced Ground Lamb with Pistachio-Mint Couscous
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 medium garlic clove, minced; 1 small shallot, minced; 1 tablespoon finely grated fresh ginger; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper; Pinch of ground mace; Pinch of ground cloves; 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1 pound ground lamb; 1/2 cup chicken stock or low-sodium broth; 1/2 cup chopped cilantro; 2 cups boiling water; 1 cup couscous; 1/4 cup chopped unsalted pistachios; 1/4 cup chopped dried apricots; 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 small shallot, chopped; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; Plain Greek plain yogurt and mango chutney, for serving

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium garlic clove, minced
1 small shallot, minced
1 tablespoon finely grated fresh ginger
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Pinch of ground mace
Pinch of ground cloves
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 pound ground lamb
1/2 cup chicken stock or low-sodium broth
1/2 cup chopped cilantro
2 cups boiling water
1 cup couscous
1/4 cup chopped unsalted pistachios
1/4 cup chopped dried apricots
1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small shallot, chopped
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Plain Greek plain yogurt and mango chutney, for serving

1
Set a large skillet over moderately high heat.
2
Add the olive oil and heat until shimmering.
3
Add the garlic, shallot and ginger and cook for 30 seconds, until fragrant.
4
Add the coriander, thyme, cayenne, mace and cloves and cook for 30 seconds.
5
Add the tomatoes, season with salt and pepper and cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
6
Stir in the ground lamb and when the meat begins to brown, after about 5 minutes, add the chicken stock and continue cooking until no trace of pink remains on the meat, about 5 minutes longer.
7
Stir in the cilantro and season with salt and pepper; keep warm.
8
In a large heatproof bowl, pour the boiling water over the couscous.
9
Cover and let stand for 15 minutes.
10
Fluff the couscous with 2 large forks.
11
Add the pistachios, apricots, mint, olive oil and shallot, season with salt and pepper and toss well.
12
Transfer the lamb to a bowl and serve with the couscous.
13
Pass the yogurt and chutney at the table.

1590

kcal

Calories

157

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 23 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 medium garlic clove, minced, 1 small shallot, minced, 1 tablespoon finely grated fresh ginger, and more.

Yes, Moroccan-Spiced Ground Lamb with Pistachio-Mint Couscous falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

Moroccan-Spiced Ground Lamb with Pistachio-Mint Couscous

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