Moroccan lamb Stew with Carrots and Almonds
(from Lucianolinda’s recipe box)
Source: Arkansas Democrat Gazette- Susan Nicholson
Serves 8 peopleCategories: Soup- Stew- Chowder- Chili
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 tsp. ground ginger
- 1 tsp. curry powder
- 1 tsp. pepper
- 1 Tbsp. ground coriander
- 1 Tbsp. cumin
- 1 tsp. coarse salt
- 2 lbs. lamb shoulder, well-trimmed and cut into 1-inch cubes (about 1 lb. after trimming)
- 1 lb. baby carrots
- 2 cups unsalted chicken broth
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 Tbsp. tomato paste
- 1 (15 or 16 oz.) can chickpeas, rinsed
- 1/3 cup golden raisins
- 2 Tbsp. honey
- 1/4 cup toasted slivered almonds
- Chopped fresh cilantro for garnish
Directions
- In a small bowl, mix together the ginger, curry powder, pepper, coriander, cumin and salt. Place lamb cubes in a resealable plastic bag; sprinkle spice mixture over lamb and turn to coat. Let lamb stand 30 minutes. Place lamb in a 4-quart or larger slow cooker. Add carrots, broth, onion, garlic, tomato paste, chickpeas, raisins and honey. Cover and cook on low 4 to 5 hours. top with almonds and sprinkle with cilantro. Serve immediately.