MOROCCAN LAMB SHANKS WITH CHICKPEAS AND DATES
A frequently overlooked part of the lamb that's intensely meaty yet exceptionally mild, the shank is an unassuming cut that takes well to any number of ingredients. Dates lend it sweetness; chickpeas, sustenance; and a blend of spices, an undercurrent of warmth.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Lamb Recipes
Time 4h
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Soak chickpeas overnight covered in cold water by 2 inches. Drain.
- In a mortar, mash garlic, paprika, ginger, coriander, nutmeg, lemon juice, tomato paste, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/8 teaspoon pepper, and a pinch of cloves with a pestle until a thick paste forms.
- Heat oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Season lamb with salt and pepper. Cook until golden on both sides, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Transfer lamb to a plate.
- Add onion and celery to pot, and cook until light gold, about 5 minutes. Stir in spice paste, and cook 2 minutes. Add chickpeas and water, reduce heat to medium-low, season with salt, and gently simmer for 45 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Add lamb and cinnamon stick to pot, and return to a simmer. Cover, transfer to oven, and cook until lamb is fork-tender, about 2 hours and 45 minutes. Add dates, and cook for 15 minutes. Skim fat from sauce, and discard. Serve with lemon wedges on the side.
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Mthodarapper
[email protected]The lamb shanks were a bit tough, but the sauce was delicious. I think I will try a different recipe next time.
Livann Grobler
[email protected]This was my first time making lamb shanks and they turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow and the dish was ready in about 2 hours. I will definitely be making this again.
Tytania Lewis
[email protected]I've made this dish several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The lamb is always tender and juicy, and the sauce is delicious. I like to serve it with roasted vegetables.
Anil Rajput
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The lamb shanks were fall-off-the-bone tender and the sauce was rich and flavorful. I served it over couscous and it was a hit with my family. I will definitely be making this again.