MORROCAN CHILI AND 10,000 GRAINS OF SAND

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Morrocan Chili and 10,000 Grains of Sand image

Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 25

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 pounds ground lamb
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons chili powder
1/2 tablespoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon ground coriander
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1 bay leaf
1 large onion, chopped
1 green bell pepper, seeded and chopped
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 lemon, zested and juiced
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce, eyeball it
1 (14-ounce) can tomato sauce
2 tablespoons butter
1 1/2 cups chicken stock
A handful golden raisins
4 apricots, chopped
1 1/2 cups couscous
3 to 4 tablespoons toasted pine nuts
A handful fresh parsley leaves, chopped
A handful fresh mint leaves, chopped
3 tablespoons finely chopped chives
8 pita breads, cut into wedgesfor scooping

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Heat skillet with extra-virgin olive oil, add meat and brown. Season the meat with salt and pepper, to taste, chili powder, cumin, coriander, cinnamon and paprika. Add the bay leaf, onions, bell pepper and garlic to the pan. Cook until onions are soft, 8 minutes. Add lemon juice and zest, Worcestershire sauce and tomato sauce. Stir and reduce heat to simmer.
  • Bring butter and stock to a boil in a pot with tight fitting lid. Add dried fruit and couscous, stir then turn off heat and set lid in place. Let stand 5 minutes. Add nuts and herbs and toss with fork.
  • Toast pita wedges in hot oven or under broiler. Pile chili in bowls, top with "sand" and serve with pita wedges for scooping.

Nailah McIntosh
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This chili is a great way to warm up on a cold day. The spices are flavorful and the 10,000 grains of sand add a nice crunch. I served it with a side of cornbread and it was the perfect meal.


Ashura Kato
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I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because of the 10,000 grains of sand, but I'm so glad I did. The sand doesn't affect the flavor at all, and it adds a really interesting and unique texture. I'll definitely be making this chili again.


Eri Kastrati
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This chili is a great way to use up leftover chicken. The flavors are delicious and the 10,000 grains of sand add a nice crunch. I served it with a side of rice and it was a hit with my family.


Shakeel Khodabux
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I'm not usually a fan of chili, but this recipe changed my mind. The spices are perfectly balanced and the 10,000 grains of sand add a really fun and unexpected texture. I'll definitely be making this again.


Rohim Islam
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This chili is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's definitely worth the effort. The flavors are rich and complex, and the 10,000 grains of sand add a really unique and interesting touch. I highly recommend this recipe!


Roberte G Michel
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I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed this chili. The flavors are complex and well-balanced, and the 10,000 grains of sand add a nice textural contrast. I'll definitely be making this again.


Dineo Roseline Tsotetsi
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I'm always looking for new and exciting chili recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. The addition of 10,000 grains of sand is a unique and unexpected touch that really makes this chili stand out from the crowd.


Daniela Cunha
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This chili is a great way to warm up on a cold day. The spices are flavorful and the 10,000 grains of sand add a nice crunch. I served it with a side of cornbread and it was the perfect meal.


Usama Kazibwe
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I've made this chili several times now, and it's always a favorite with my friends and family. The combination of spices is perfect, and the 10,000 grains of sand give it a really unique and interesting flavor. I highly recommend this recipe!


Outslumed
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This recipe was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I was able to tone it down by reducing the amount of chili powder. The overall flavor was still great, and the 10,000 grains of sand added a fun and unexpected touch.


Braydo Money
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I'm not a huge fan of spicy food, but this chili was surprisingly mild. The sweetness of the raisins and apricots helped to offset the heat of the chili, and the 10,000 grains of sand added a nice textural contrast.


Mari Chikovani
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This chili was a hit at my last potluck. Everyone loved the unique flavor and the 10,000 grains of sand were a great conversation starter. I'll definitely be making this again for my next party.


Araceli Delaluz
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I was a bit skeptical about the addition of 10,000 grains of sand, but I decided to give it a try. I'm glad I did! The sand added a really interesting and unique texture to the chili, and it didn't affect the flavor at all.


Aya Gadd
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This recipe was a bit more time-consuming than I expected, but it was well worth the effort. The chili was incredibly flavorful and complex, and the 10,000 grains of sand gave it a really unique texture. I'll definitely be making this again.


Ali Zai
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I'm a big fan of Moroccan cuisine, and this chili did not disappoint. The spices were fragrant and warm, and the addition of the raisins and apricots added a touch of sweetness that complemented the heat of the chili perfectly.


ADNAN ALDEEK
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This chili was a fun and easy recipe to follow. I especially liked the addition of the 10,000 grains of sand, which gave it a unique and interesting texture. The flavors were well-balanced and the heat level was just right.


Tarek Bradley
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I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The unique blend of spices and the addition of 10,000 grains of sand gives it a truly authentic Moroccan flavor. Highly recommend!


Germain Neethling
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This recipe was an absolute delight! The combination of flavors was perfect, with the right amount of heat from the chili and a subtle sweetness from the raisins. I served it with basmati rice and a dollop of yogurt, and it was a hit with my family.