Moroccan lamb Stew with Carrots and Almonds

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Source: Arkansas Democrat Gazette- Susan Nicholson

Serves 8 people

Categories: 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

  1. 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.

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