PASSOVER-INSPIRED BRAISED LAMB WITH DRIED FRUIT

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This is a play on tsimmes, a traditional Jewish casserole. The flavors of North Africa and the Middle East are utilized for this lamb shoulder. Braising the meat in red wine yields a tender cut of meat without a lot of work.

Provided by Mark Bittman And Sam Sifton

Categories     dinner, main course

Time 3h

Yield At least 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lamb shoulder, boned, about 4 pounds
Kosher salt and pepper to taste
1 large onion, peeled
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon minced ginger, or 1 teaspoon dried
1 cinnamon stick
1 tablespoon ground cumin
2 tablespoons ground coriander
10 allspice berries or a pinch of ground allspice
1/2 to 3/4 bottle not-too-soft red wine
3/4 cup pitted prunes
3/4 cup pitted apricots
Chopped parsley or cilantro for garnish

Steps:

  • Season the meat with salt and pepper and put it in a pot that will fit it snugly and can later be covered. Add the spices and a 1/2 bottle of wine. Bring to a boil, lower the heat to a slow bubble, and cover. Cook about an hour, then add onion, garlic, ginger and dried fruit, and check to make sure the liquid isn't evaporating too quickly; turn and continue to cook. Add the remaining red wine if the mixture looks dry, but essentially cook this without fuss.
  • When the meat is very tender - after about 2 1/2 hours - uncover. Check and adjust the seasoning as necessary, garnish and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 595, UnsaturatedFat 19 grams, Carbohydrate 19 grams, Fat 39 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 31 grams, SaturatedFat 17 grams, Sodium 797 milligrams, Sugar 9 grams

Sikandergagianwala
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I made this dish for my Passover seder and it was a huge hit! The lamb was cooked perfectly and the dried fruit added a nice touch of sweetness. I will definitely be making this again next year.


CHIP Peters
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's definitely worth the effort. The lamb is fall-off-the-bone tender and the sauce is incredibly rich and flavorful. I highly recommend this dish for a special occasion.


arfan hossain
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I'm not a big fan of lamb, but I really enjoyed this dish. The lamb was very tender and flavorful, and the dried fruit added a nice sweetness. I will definitely be making this again.


MD nuru Hok
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover lamb. I made it with some lamb that I had roasted the night before and it turned out delicious. The dried fruit added a nice touch of sweetness and complexity.


Msheleli Gavar
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This recipe is so easy to follow and the results are amazing! The lamb was cooked perfectly and the dried fruit added a wonderful sweetness to the dish. I will definitely be making this again.


B Symeslatini
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The lamb is always tender and flavorful, and the sauce is delicious. I usually serve it with rice or mashed potatoes.


Lewis944
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This recipe is a perfect way to celebrate Passover. The lamb is cooked to perfection and the dried fruit adds a festive touch. I highly recommend this dish!


Ikwuka Chosen
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Just made this dish for my family and they loved it! The lamb was so tender and juicy, and the dried fruit added a nice touch of sweetness. I will definitely be making this again.


Erin Freeman
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Tried this recipe last night and it was a huge hit! The lamb was melt-in-your-mouth tender and the sauce was incredibly rich and flavorful. I highly recommend serving it with mashed potatoes or rice to soak up all the delicious juices.


Rasool Shah Rasooli
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This Passover-inspired braised lamb dish was an absolute delight! The lamb was tender and flavorful, and the dried fruit added a touch of sweetness and complexity. I especially loved the combination of spices and herbs, which gave the dish a unique a