Spicy Lamb With Zucchini And Spicy Yogurt Sauce

Name: Spicy Lamb With Zucchini And Spicy Yogurt Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Spicy Lamb with Zucchini; 4 -5 zucchini, cut length-wise and sliced; 1 lb ground lamb; 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped; 1 vidalia onion, minced; 2 teaspoons cayenne pepper; 1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil; Spicy Yogurt Sauce; 1 cup plain yogurt; 1 green onion, finely chopped; 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, finely chopped; 1 teaspoon cumin; 1/4 cup cucumber, finely chopped; 1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; 1 garlic clove, finely chopped (optional)

Servings: persons

Spicy Lamb with Zucchini
4 -5 zucchini, cut length-wise and sliced
1 lb ground lamb
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 vidalia onion, minced
2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
Spicy Yogurt Sauce
1 cup plain yogurt
1 green onion, finely chopped
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, finely chopped
1 teaspoon cumin
1/4 cup cucumber, finely chopped
1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 garlic clove, finely chopped (optional)

1
Make the sauce a day ahead, or at the least, a few hours ahead to allow the flavors to properly meld together.
2
Add all the ingredients for the sauce into a food processor and mix until well blended. If you don't have a food processor, just chop as finely as you can. Place in a sealed container in your refrigerator.
3
In a large saucepan over medium heat, saute the zucchini and garlic in the olive oil.
4
In a cast iron pan, cook the lamb with the onions until the lamb is brown and the onions are soft.
5
Add the zucchini and garlic to the lamb, mix well.
6
Serve with the Spicy Yogurt Sauce over top. You can also serve it on rice, if you like.

561

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Protein

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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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Spicy Lamb with Zucchini, 4 -5 zucchini, cut length-wise and sliced, 1 lb ground lamb, 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Spicy Lamb With Zucchini And Spicy Yogurt Sauce 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!