LAMB L'ARABIQUE

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Decadent, succulent and exotic, this casserole is made with modest ingredients: lamb shanks and vegetables including lentils and chickpeas, seasoned with Middle Eastern spices.

Provided by Heather Farah

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Lamb     Shanks

Time 2h20m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 pounds lamb shanks
1 large onion, quartered
4 cloves garlic, chopped
6 cups roma (plum) tomatoes, chopped
1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas (garbanzo beans), drained
1 cup cooked lentils
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
⅛ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon finely chopped green chile peppers
1 dash hot pepper sauce

Steps:

  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Saute lamb shanks until lightly browned, then remove them from skillet and place in a deep casserole dish. Saute onion and garlic in skillet until tender, then stir in tomatoes, chickpeas and lentils. Season mixture with cumin, cinnamon, nutmeg, red pepper flakes, chile peppers and hot pepper sauce. Mix well and allow flavors to blend over medium heat, for about 3 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Remove browned shanks from casserole for a moment; transfer vegetable mixture from skillet to casserole dish, then replace shanks on top of vegetable mixture.
  • Cover dish and bake at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 2 hours, or until lamb is cooked through and receding from the bone.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 586.4 calories, Carbohydrate 33.8 g, Cholesterol 121.6 mg, Fat 31.5 g, Fiber 9.2 g, Protein 42.7 g, SaturatedFat 11.5 g, Sodium 291.6 mg, Sugar 7.8 g

Naomi Willkenson
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This dish is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. The end result is a delicious and impressive meal.


victoria hyginus
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I love the fact that this recipe uses simple, everyday ingredients. I always have everything I need to make it on hand.


Big I
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover lamb.


Lin Lobb
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's a healthy and delicious way to get your protein.


Parves Uddin
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I'm not a big fan of lamb, but I really enjoyed this dish. The lamb was tender and flavorful, and the sauce was delicious.


Malik Ss
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I made this dish for my husband's birthday and he loved it. He said it was the best lamb he's ever had.


Peter Mullen
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion. It's elegant and delicious, and it's sure to impress your guests.


Adil Adil
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I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The lamb is perfectly complemented by the creamy sauce and the spices.


apil bhandari
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This dish was surprisingly easy to make. I was intimidated by the long list of ingredients, but it all came together quite easily. The end result was a delicious and impressive meal.


Markuss Raits Priedƒ´tis
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I wasn't sure how this dish would turn out, but I'm so glad I tried it. The lamb was incredibly tender and the sauce was rich and flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again.


Devika Shrestha
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The lamb is fall-off-the-bone tender and the sauce is amazing.


Lahori Kuri
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I made this for a dinner party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! The lamb was perfectly cooked and the sauce was delicious.


Md Amanu
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This dish was a hit with my family! The lamb was tender and flavorful, and the sauce was rich and creamy. I followed the recipe exactly, and it turned out perfectly.