BRAISED LAMB WITH TOMATO AND ALMONDS

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Braised Lamb With Tomato and Almonds image

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     brunch, dinner, lunch, main course

Time 3h

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 pounds lamb shoulder
salt and pepper
1 chopped onion
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 cup chopped carrots
1/2 cup olives
1 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 cup red wine
2 cups canned tomatoes

Steps:

  • Cut 2 pounds lamb shoulder into 2-inch cubes. Sprinkle with salt and pepper, and brown in a large skillet over medium-high heat; remove.
  • To the skillet, add onion, garlic, carrots, olives and cloves; cook until fragrant. Add wine, tomatoes with their juice and browned lamb. When the liquid boils, lower heat to a simmer, cover and cook until tender, 1 1/2 to 2 1/2 hours. Garnish: Chopped toasted almonds and cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 277, UnsaturatedFat 10 grams, Carbohydrate 5 grams, Fat 20 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 16 grams, SaturatedFat 9 grams, Sodium 425 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Hayat Khay
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Overall, this dish was a success. The lamb was tender and the sauce was flavorful. I would definitely make this again.


Catherine Pangelinan
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This dish was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. The lamb was cooked perfectly and the sauce was very flavorful. I would definitely make this again, but I would use less chili powder next time.


meshack asamoah
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I wasn't sure how this dish would turn out, but I was pleasantly surprised. The lamb was tender and juicy, and the sauce was delicious. I would definitely make this again.


Bestgaming Legend
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I made this dish for my friends and they loved it! The lamb was cooked perfectly and the sauce was very flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


robib shailm
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This dish was a bit time-consuming to make, but it was worth it. The lamb was fall-apart tender and the sauce was delicious. I would definitely make this again for a special occasion.


Muhumuza Benard
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I've made this dish several times now and it's always a hit. The lamb is always tender and juicy, and the sauce is always flavorful. I love serving this dish with rice or mashed potatoes.


Sophia Mari
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This dish was easy to make and the results were impressive. The lamb was tender and juicy, and the sauce was rich and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


MUKONDE GOLDEN
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I'm not a big fan of lamb, but this dish was amazing! The meat was so tender and the sauce was so flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Casie Tavernia
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The lamb was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I would definitely make this again.


Hunain Khan
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I made this dish last night and it was a hit! My family loved the tender lamb and the flavorful sauce. I will definitely be making this again.


Ali Shan Khural
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This braised lamb dish was a delight! The meat was fall-apart tender, and the sauce was rich and flavorful. I loved the combination of tomatoes, almonds, and spices. It was a perfect meal for a cold winter night.