How To Make Spiced Lamb with Bulgur & Tahini Dressing
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Serves:
Ingredients
- 500g lamb, cubed
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp coriander
- 1 cup bulgur
- 2 cups water
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- tahini dressing:
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp water
- 1 clove of garlic, minced
- Salt to taste
Instructions
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add lamb cubes and cook until browned on all sides. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
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In the same skillet, add diced onion and minced garlic. Sauté until onions are soft and translucent.
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Add cumin, paprika, and coriander to the skillet. Stir well to coat the onions and garlic with the spices.
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Return the cooked lamb to the skillet and mix well with the spiced onion mixture. Cook for another 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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In a separate pot, bring water to a boil. Add bulgur and reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes until the bulgur is tender and all the liquid is absorbed.
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Fluff the cooked bulgur with a fork and stir in the chopped mint and parsley. Season with salt and pepper.
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In a small bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, water, minced garlic, and salt, until smooth and creamy.
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To serve, divide the spiced lamb and bulgur mixture onto plates. Drizzle with tahini dressing.
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Garnish with additional fresh herbs if desired.
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Enjoy your delicious spiced lamb with bulgur & tahini dressing!
Nutrition
- Calories : 420kcal
- Total Fat : 18g
- Saturated Fat : 5g
- Cholesterol : 68mg
- Sodium : 187mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 35g
- Dietary Fiber : 6g
- Sugar : 2g
- Protein : 32g
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