Description
Enjoy the flavorful and aromatic combination of crispy cumin-spiced lamb served over brothy rice in this Middle Eastern-inspired dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Lamb:
- 1 lb lamb shoulder or lamb chops, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Salt and pepper to taste
Brothy Rice:
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- Lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Prepare the Lamb: Combine cumin, coriander, paprika, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Coat lamb pieces with the spice mixture.
- Cook the Lamb: Brown lamb in olive oil until crispy. Set aside.
- Sauté: In the same skillet, sauté onion and garlic. Add rice and cook briefly.
- Add Broth and Simmer: Pour in chicken broth, tomatoes, and bay leaf. Simmer until rice is tender.
- Combine and Rest: Stir in lamb, cover, and let sit to meld flavors.
- Serve: Garnish with cilantro and lemon wedges.
Notes
- You can use lamb loin or leg for a leaner option.
- Enhance with raisins or almonds for texture and sweetness.
- Pair with roasted vegetables or salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern, Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
