Moroccan lamb with plums and spices
What does it include?
Ingredients
- 600 g lamb meat in pieces
- 1 onion
- 2 cloves of garlic
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 200 g prunes
- 400 ml meat broth
- Olive oil, salt and pepper
How to prepare it step by step?
Preparation
- Season the lamb pieces with salt and pepper so that they take on flavor from the beginning.
- Heat oil in a saucepan and brown the meat on all sides until golden. Remove and reserve.
- Chop the onion and garlic. Sauté them in the same saucepan until the onion is tender and lightly golden.
- Add the cinnamon and cumin, mix and cook for 1 minute to release the aromas of the spices.
- Return the lamb to the saucepan and add the broth. Mix to distribute the flavors.
- Cook covered over low heat for approximately 1 hour, or until the meat is very tender and easily pulls apart.
- Add the prunes and cook for 15 more minutes so they integrate into the sauce, thickening it slightly.
- Adjust salt and pepper when tasting.
- Serve hot accompanied by couscous, rice or flatbread.
- Optional: decorate with toasted almonds and fresh cilantro leaves.
Full description
Indulge in this traditional Moroccan stew where succulent lamb pieces are gently simmered with aromatic spices, sweet prunes, and savory broth. The dish creates a harmonious balance of sweet and salty flavors, enveloped in a rich, warm aroma. The tender lamb, infused with cinnamon and cumin, offers a delightful texture and depth of flavor, while the prunes add a subtle sweetness that complements the savory notes. Serve this comforting dish hot, accompanied by couscous, rice, or flatbread, and garnish with toasted almonds and fresh cilantro for an extra layer of texture and freshness.
