Pomegranate-Marinated Lamb With Spices and Couscous Recipe

Name: Pomegranate-Marinated Lamb With Spices and Couscous
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ½ cup pomegranate molasses; 4 garlic cloves, coarsely chopped; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 tablespoon ground ginger; 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon; 2 teaspoons ground cumin, divided; 1 ½ teaspoons paprika; ½ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon pepper; 2 lbs lamb blade chops, cut into 3/4-inch square pieces, bones reserved; 1 ¼ cups water, divided; 2 cups low sodium chicken broth; 1 (10 ounce) box couscous; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; ¾ cup pomegranate seeds; 3 tablespoons torn basil leaves

Servings: persons

½ cup pomegranate molasses
4 garlic cloves, coarsely chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon ground ginger
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons ground cumin, divided
1 ½ teaspoons paprika
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
2 lbs lamb blade chops, cut into 3/4-inch square pieces, bones reserved
1 ¼ cups water, divided
2 cups low sodium chicken broth
1 (10 ounce) box couscous
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
¾ cup pomegranate seeds
3 tablespoons torn basil leaves

1
Whisk pomegranate molasses, coarsely chopped garlic, olive oil, ground ginger, cinnamon, 1 3/4 teaspoons cumin, paprika, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in large bowl.
2
Add lamb and toss to coat.
3
Cover and marinate 2 hours at room temperature, or up to 2 days in the refrigerator.
4
Drain, reserving marinade.
5
Pat lamb dry.
6
Heat heavy large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
7
Working in batches, add meat and bones, if using, and cook until browned, turning occasionally, about 2 minutes total per batch.
8
Return all lamb and bones to skillet.
9
Add reserved marinade and 1/4 cup water.
10
Cover with lid slightly ajar and simmer over medium-low heat until meat is tender, about 8 minutes.
11
Remove from heat and set aside.
12
Meanwhile, bring remaining 1 cup water and chicken broth to boil in medium saucepan over medium-high heat.
13
Add couscous and remaining 1/4 teaspoon cumin.
14
Remove saucepan from heat and let stand covered 5 minutes.
15
Fluff couscous with fork, then stir in butter until melted.
16
Divide couscous among plates and top with lamb, pomegranate seeds, and basil leaves, spooning remaining sauce over lamb.

1160

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

101

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ½ cup pomegranate molasses, 4 garlic cloves, coarsely chopped, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon ground ginger, and more.

Yes, Pomegranate-Marinated Lamb With Spices and Couscous 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.

Pomegranate-Marinated Lamb With Spices and Couscous

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