Spiced Lamb Casserole With Sweet Potato Topping

Name: Spiced Lamb Casserole With Sweet Potato Topping
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 1/2 lbs boneless lamb shoulder, cut into large dice; 2 tbsp olive oil, plus additional, for drizzling; 3 None red onions, sliced; 1/2 tsp each ground cinnamon, ground cumin, ground fennel, ground coriander; 3 cloves garlic, chopped; 1 piece (3/4 inch) fresh ginger, peeled and cut into matchsticks; 1/4 cup coarsely chopped fresh cilantro (including roots); 1 None fresh red chili pepper, chopped; 6 cups chicken stock; 2 cans (14 oz each) diced tomatoes; 1 tbsp tamarind paste; 1 None cinnamon stick; 1 cup pitted prunes; 1/3 cup maple syrup; 3 None limes, juiced; 6 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and chopped; 3 tbsp butter

Servings: persons

4 1/2 lbs boneless lamb shoulder, cut into large dice
2 tbsp olive oil, plus additional, for drizzling
3 None red onions, sliced
1/2 tsp each ground cinnamon, ground cumin, ground fennel, ground coriander
3 cloves garlic, chopped
1 piece (3/4 inch) fresh ginger, peeled and cut into matchsticks
1/4 cup coarsely chopped fresh cilantro (including roots)
1 None fresh red chili pepper, chopped
6 cups chicken stock
2 cans (14 oz each) diced tomatoes
1 tbsp tamarind paste
1 None cinnamon stick
1 cup pitted prunes
1/3 cup maple syrup
3 None limes, juiced
6 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and chopped
3 tbsp butter

1
Preheat the oven to 350u00b0F. Season lamb generously. Heat oil in Dutch oven on high heat. Brown lamb in batches. Remove from pan.
2
Pour excess fat from pan. Reduce heat to medium. Cook onions until they begin to soften. Add ground spices and gently stir to release flavors. Add garlic, ginger, cilantro and chili pepper; cook for 2 mins. Add stock; bring to a boil. Add undrained tomatoes, tamarind and cinnamon.
3
Return meat to pan. Cover and bake in oven for 40 mins. Remove from oven. Stir in prunes and bake for 30 mins. The meat should now be very tender; if not, cook a little longer.
4
Add maple syrup and lime juice. Taste and adjust seasoning.
5
Meanwhile, cook sweet potatoes in boiling salted water until soft. Drain; mash with butter until light and fluffy. Season.
6
Increase oven temperature to 425u00b0F. Transfer lamb mixture to a baking dish. Top with mashed sweet potato. Drizzle with a little olive oil. Bake until heated through and sweet potato mash is starting to brown.

2577

kcal

Calories

138

Fat

Carbs

247

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 1/2 lbs boneless lamb shoulder, cut into large dice, 2 tbsp olive oil, plus additional, for drizzling, 3 None red onions, sliced, 1/2 tsp each ground cinnamon, ground cumin, ground fennel, ground coriander, and more.

Yes, Spiced Lamb Casserole With Sweet Potato Topping 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!