LAMB STEW WITH LEMON AND FIGS

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Categories     Soup/Stew     Lamb     Stew

Yield 6 people

Number Of Ingredients 16

3 lb boneless leg of lamb, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 pack of saffron powder (about 1/16 teaspoon), dissolved in 1/2 cup warm water
5 tablespoons olive oil
1 lb onions, thinly sliced
1 small lemon, ends trimmed, quartered lengthwise, thinly sliced crosswise
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon minced peeled fresh ginger
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon ground coriander
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 14oz can diced tomatoes in juice
1 cup dried figs, stems trimmed, cut in half
2-2 1/2 cups low-salt chicken broth
2 teaspoons sugar
salt and ground black pepper to taste
3 tablespoons chopped fresh mint (for garnish)

Steps:

  • Sprinkle the lamb with salt and black pepper. Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a heavy large pot over medium to high heat. Working in batches, cook the lamb cubes until brown on all sides, adding more oil as needed, about 5 minutes per batch. Transfer lamb into a large bowl. Pour all but 1 tablespoon of fat from the pot (or add 1 tablespoon of oil if dry). Heat the pot over medium heat. Add onions, sprinkle with salt and black pepper. Saute until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Add lemon, garlic, ginger, cinnamon, corianger, cayenne. Stir for about 1 minute. Add saffron mixture and stir. Add tomatoes with the juice, figs and lamb with any juices to the pot. Stir to coat. Add chicken broth. Bring the stew to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover and let simmer until the meat is tender, about 1-1.5 hours. Season to taste with salt and pepper. About 5 minutes before turning the heat off, add 2 teaspoons of sugar to the pot. Garnish with chopped mint before serving.

Randi Shannon
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This stew is a bit too tangy for my taste. I would recommend using less lemon juice.


Sawkat Alam
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I'm not a fan of figs, so I omitted them from the recipe. The stew was still delicious.


M.D. HASAN OFFICIAL
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This lamb stew is a great way to use up leftover lamb. It's also a great dish to freeze for later.


Isaiah Faichin
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I made this stew in my slow cooker and it came out perfectly. The meat was tender and the sauce was flavorful.


Gabriel Olorza
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This stew is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's definitely worth the effort. The end result is a delicious and satisfying meal.


Yashoda Baigar
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I'm not a huge fan of lamb, but I really enjoyed this stew. The lemon and figs balance out the gaminess of the lamb perfectly.


John Nichols
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This lamb stew is a labor of love, but it's worth it. The flavors are incredible.


Asina Ndolomo
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I love the unique flavor of this stew. It's a great way to change up your weeknight dinner routine.


David Coffin
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I made this stew for a dinner party and everyone raved about it. It's a keeper!


Prince Aqeel
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This stew is so easy to make and so delicious. I'm glad I found this recipe.


Hammal Baloch
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. Highly recommend!


Dorsa esh
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The combination of lamb, lemon, and figs is genius. I'll definitely be making this again.


Shamir Meek
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This lamb stew is the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day.


Carl Benoit
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I've made this stew several times and it's always a winner. The leftovers are even better the next day.


Sarah Letisha
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion dinner. It's easy to make and the results are impressive.


Fahima Sultana
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The lamb was fall-off-the-bone tender and the sauce was incredibly flavorful. I served it over couscous and it was a hit with my family.


megan drennon
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This lamb stew was a delightful symphony of flavors. The tangy lemon and the sweetness of the figs complemented each other perfectly, creating a dish that was both refreshing and savory.


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