North African Lamb Stew Recipe

Name: North African Lamb Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 2 lbs boneless lamb shoulder, cut into 1-inch cubes; 1 large onion, chopped; 2 large garlic cloves, minced; 1 cup dried apricot, halved; 1/3 cup raisins; 1/2 cup blanched whole almond; 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; salt & fresh ground pepper; 3/4 cup red wine; 1/4 cup fresh orange juice; 1/3 cup packed mint leaf, plus extra for garnish

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 lbs boneless lamb shoulder, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 large onion, chopped
2 large garlic cloves, minced
1 cup dried apricot, halved
1/3 cup raisins
1/2 cup blanched whole almond
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
salt & fresh ground pepper
3/4 cup red wine
1/4 cup fresh orange juice
1/3 cup packed mint leaf, plus extra for garnish

1
Heat oil in a 5-liter or larger pressure cooker over medium-high heat.
2
Add lamb cubes in batches to avoid overcrowding; brown on all sides, about 5 minutes per batch.
3
Transfer browned lamb to plate with slotted spoon.
4
Add onion and garlic to heated fat; saute to soften slightly, 2 to 3 minutes.
5
Return lamb to pot and stir in remaining ingredients, including wine and salt and pepper to taste.
6
Stir slightly while the mixture comes to the boil to avoid scorching.
7
Place the lid on the cooker and bring pressure to the second red ring.
8
Adjust the heat to maintain pressure at the second red ring and cook for 15 minutes.
9
Use Natural Release method. (10 to 15 minutes extra).
10
When the pressure has dropped, test the meat.
11
It should be fork-tender.
12
If not, stir the mixture to prevent scorching, replace the lid when the mixture begins to boil, and cook on the second red ring another 5 minutes longer.
13
Use quick-release (finger-tip release) method.
14
Garnish with mint leaves and serve with rice.

970

kcal

Calories

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon olive oil, 2 lbs boneless lamb shoulder, cut into 1-inch cubes, 1 large onion, chopped, 2 large garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, North African Lamb Stew 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.

North African Lamb Stew

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