Spiced Lamb With Cabbage And Lentils Recipe

Name: Spiced Lamb With Cabbage And Lentils
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup plain yogurt; 1 cup dried brown lentils; 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil; 1/4-1/2 tsp cayenne pepper; 1 tsp ground cumin; 2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced; 1 None lemon, peel finely grated; 1/4 None cabbage, coarsely chopped; None None Olive oil; 4 None eggs; 3 tbsp choppped cilantro; None None Lemon wedges, to serve; None None FOR THE LAMB; 1 tsp smoked paprika; 1 tsp ground coriander seeds; 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper; 1/4 tsp allspice; 1/2 tsp dried oregano; 1/2 tsp dried mint; 1 tsp salt; 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil; 14 oz ground lamb

Servings: persons

1 cup plain yogurt
1 cup dried brown lentils
3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1/4-1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
1 tsp ground cumin
2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
1 None lemon, peel finely grated
1/4 None cabbage, coarsely chopped
None None Olive oil
4 None eggs
3 tbsp choppped cilantro
None None Lemon wedges, to serve
None None FOR THE LAMB
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp ground coriander seeds
1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
1/4 tsp allspice
1/2 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp dried mint
1 tsp salt
1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
14 oz ground lamb

1
Line a sieve with paper towels and pour in the yogurt. Set aside to drain for 2 hours. Spoon the yogurt into a bowl.
2
For the lamb, mix all the ingredients, except lamb, in a bowl. Add the lamb and mix well. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour.
3
Rinse the lentils under running water. Place in a medium saucepan with the 2 cups water and 1 tbsp of extra virgin olive oil. Bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low; cover and simmer for about 45 mins, or until tender.
4
Heat 1 tbsp of extra virgin olive oil in a large nonstick skillet on high heat. Add the ground lamb; don't stir. Once the meat is browned, break into pieces. Cook 6-7 mins until cooked through. Season. Tilt the pan and let any fat drain off. Keep warm.
5
Mix the cayenne pepper and cumin in a small bowl. Heat the remaining 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet on low heat. Cook with the garlic and lemon peel for 3-5 mins.
6
Increase heat to medium-high. Add the cabbage; season and stir-fry for several minutes just until it starts to wilt.
7
Heat a little olive oil in a nonstick skillet and fry the eggs until the whites are just set.
8
Spoon the cabbage onto plates. Top with drained lentils, lamb and a fried egg. Dollop drained yogurt around the sides. Dust the yogurt with a little of the spice mixture, Sprinkle with cilantro and serve with lemon wedges.

682

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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 22 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup plain yogurt, 1 cup dried brown lentils, 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 1/4-1/2 tsp cayenne pepper, and more.

Yes, Spiced Lamb With Cabbage And Lentils 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.

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Spiced Lamb With Cabbage And Lentils

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