Spiced Lamb Chops With Vegetable Couscous Recipe

Name: Spiced Lamb Chops With Vegetable Couscous
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 capsicum (bell pepper diced); 5 spring onions (scallions, sliced finely); 1 lemon (zest of); 12 lemon (juice of, zest first and juice 1/2); salt (to taste); pepper (to taste); 1 cup couscous; 2 cups water (boiling); 1 tablespoon mixed spice (moroccan blend); 4 lamb chops (forequarter chops); coriander (1/2 bunch, chopped); 2 teaspoons cumin

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 capsicum (bell pepper diced)
5 spring onions (scallions, sliced finely)
1 lemon (zest of)
12 lemon (juice of, zest first and juice 1/2)
salt (to taste)
pepper (to taste)
1 cup couscous
2 cups water (boiling)
1 tablespoon mixed spice (moroccan blend)
4 lamb chops (forequarter chops)
coriander (1/2 bunch, chopped)
2 teaspoons cumin

1
Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a heavy based frypan and add the capsicum and spring onions and cook for 2 minutes.
2
Add the lemon zest, salt and pepper and cook for 1 minute or until the capsicum is tender, set aside.
3
Place the couscous in a saucepan and add a good pinch of salt and pour over the boiling water and cover for 3 to 4 minutes and then fluff up the couscous with a fork.
4
Mix in the vegetables and lemon juice and set aside.
5
Combine the moroccon spice and cumin and coat the lamb.
6
Heat the rest of the oil in a heavy based frypan and on medium-high heat cook the lamb for 3 minutes on each side or until cooked to your liking and then set aside for 3 minutes to rest.
7
Serve the couscous on a large plater, topped with the lamb chops and coriander.

514

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* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 capsicum (bell pepper diced), 5 spring onions (scallions, sliced finely), 1 lemon (zest of), and more.

Yes, Spiced Lamb Chops With Vegetable 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Spiced Lamb Chops With Vegetable Couscous

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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