Best 5 Moroccan Lamb Kebabs With Golden Couscous Recipes

Embark on a culinary journey to the heart of Morocco with our tantalizing Moroccan lamb kebabs, a delectable dish that embodies the vibrant flavors and aromas of this North African country. Succulent lamb marinated in a symphony of spices, grilled to perfection and served with golden couscous, a delectable semolina dish infused with the warmth of turmeric and the nutty flavor of toasted almonds. Dive into the authentic flavors of Morocco with our easy-to-follow recipes for the kebabs and couscous, creating a feast that will transport your taste buds to the bustling souks and vibrant streets of Marrakech. This culinary adventure promises an explosion of flavors and a taste of Moroccan hospitality, perfect for a memorable dining experience.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

GOLDEN COUSCOUS

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Provided by Bruce Aidells

Categories Onion Side Quick & Easy Almond Summer Couscous Bon Appétit Sugar Conscious Peanut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

6 cups low-salt chicken broth
6 tablespoons (3/4 stick) butter
3 cups chopped onions
2 teaspoons ground turmeric
1 teaspoon ground cumin
3 cups couscous (about 1 pound)
2/3 cup slivered almonds, toasted

Steps:

Bring broth to boil in medium saucepan. Reduce heat to very low; cover to keep hot. Melt butter in heavy large saucepan over medium heat. Add onions; sauté until tender and light golden, about 8 minutes. Add turmeric and cumin; stir 1 minute. Add couscous; stir until coated with onion mixture. Mix in hot broth. Remove from heat. Cover and let stand until broth is absorbed, about 12 minutes. Fluff couscous with fork. Season generously with salt and pepper. Mound on platter. Sprinkle with almonds.

MOROCCAN LAMB MEATBALLS WITH HARISSA & COUSCOUS

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All the flavours of a tagine in meatball form, with the kick of homemade harissa and a cooling dollop of yogurt

Provided by John Torode

Categories Dinner, Main course

Time 1h30m

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

2 tsp cumin seeds
2 tbsp coriander seed
50g breadcrumbs
1 garlic clove , crushed
500g lamb mince
juice 1 lemon
1 egg , lightly beaten
20g pack mint , most leaves chopped
2-3 tbsp sunflower oil
150ml natural yogurt , to serve
300g couscous
50g butter
2 tbsp harissa - shop-bought or see below, to serve

Steps:

Heat a heavy-based pan over a low heat. Add the spices to the pan then toast for 2-3 mins until fragrant. Crush using a pestle and mortar. Set aside.
Mix the breadcrumbs with 2 tbsp water and the garlic and stir well. Add the lamb, lemon juice, crushed spices, egg most of the mint. Season well. Mix well then shape into 16 balls. Chill for a good 30 mins.
Heat the oil in a frying pan. Fry the balls for 6-7 mins, turning now and then, until golden brown and cooked. Keep warm. Put the couscous in a large heatproof bowl, then rub in the butter and harissa. Pour over 400ml boiling water, cover and leave for 10 mins. Fluff up and season. Shred the remaining mint, then mix through. Serve with harissa and yogurt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 651 calories, Fat 37 grams fat, SaturatedFat 16 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 50 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 2 grams sugar, Protein 33 grams protein, Sodium 0.84 milligram of sodium

MOROCCAN SLOW-COOKED LAMB

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Categories Soup/Stew Ginger Lamb Tomato Stew Dinner Apricot Chickpea Winter Cinnamon Coriander Bon Appétit Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

Ingredients

1 tablespoon ground cumin
2 teaspoons ground coriander
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon fennel seeds
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 1/2 pounds trimmed boned lamb shoulder, cut into 1 1/2- to 2-inch pieces
4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 large onion, finely chopped
1 tablespoon tomato paste
2 cups low-salt chicken broth
1 15 1/2-ounce can garbanzo beans (chickpeas), drained
1 cup dried apricots (about 5 ounces)
2 large plum tomatoes, chopped
2 cinnamon sticks
1 tablespoon minced peeled fresh ginger
2 teaspoons (packed) grated lemon peel
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

Mix first 6 ingredients in large bowl. Add lamb and toss to coat. Heat 2 tablespoons oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Working in batches, add lamb to skillet and cook until browned on all sides, turning occasionally and adding 2 more tablespoons oil to skillet between batches, about 8 minutes per batch. Transfer lamb to another large bowl after each batch.
Add onion and tomato paste to drippings in skillet. Reduce heat to medium; sauté until onion is soft, about 5 minutes. Add broth, garbanzo beans, apricots, tomatoes, cinnamon sticks, ginger, and lemon peel and bring to boil, scraping up browned bits. Return lamb to skillet and bring to boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until lamb is just tender, about 1 hour. Uncover and simmer until sauce thickens enough to coat spoon, about 20 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cool slightly. Refrigerate uncovered until cold, then cover and keep chilled. Rewarm over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally.)
Transfer lamb and sauce to bowl. Sprinkle with cilantro and serve.

LAMB KEBABS WITH COUSCOUS

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Provided by Amanda Hesser

Categories brunch, weekday, main course

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon olive oil
2 teaspoons Aleppo pepper
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 clove garlic, smashed and chopped
Juice and grated zest of 1 lemon
1 1/2 pounds lamb shoulder, cut into 1-inch cubes
Coarse salt
1 1/2 cups couscous
1/4 cup whole milk yogurt
1 tablespoon chopped mint

Steps:

Whisk together 1/4 cup oil, pepper, cumin, cinnamon, garlic, lemon juice and zest. Add lamb and mix to coat. Cover with plastic wrap and marinate in refrigerator, at least 2 hours.
Heat broiler and line broiler pan with aluminum foil. Bring 2 cups of water with 1/2 teaspoon salt to a boil. Pour couscous into a heatproof bowl, and stir in 1 tablespoon olive oil. Add half the boiling water, cover for 5 minutes, then stir and add the remaining water. Cover.
While couscous steams, thread lamb onto skewers. Scrape marinade into small saucepan. Season lamb with salt. Broil, 4 minutes a side for medium rare. Remove lamb and keep warm. Add drippings to marinade. Bring to boil for a minute, remove from heat; whisk in yogurt.
Fluff couscous with a fork and place on a platter. Place skewers on top and sprinkle with mint. Have each guest spoon sauce onto lamb.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 864, UnsaturatedFat 33 grams, Carbohydrate 54 grams, Fat 55 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 38 grams, SaturatedFat 19 grams, Sodium 665 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram

MOROCCAN LAMB KEBABS

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These lamb kebabs taste amazing, a wonderful mix flavours which improve with each hour of marinating. I prefer using the BBQ to the grill. Preparation time includes marinating. Enjoy!

Provided by caitlyn.jf

Categories Lunch/Snacks

Time P1D

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

3 tablespoons olive oil
2 3/4 tablespoons lemon juice
2 garlic cloves
1/2 tablespoon of fresh mint
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 tablespoon coriander leaves
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
300 g lamb fillets
10 dried apricot halves
1 small red onion
1/2 cup couscous
1/2 cup vegetable stock
1/2 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

Roughly chop coriander and mint and crush garlic. Whisk first 9 ingredients in medium bowl to blend. Transfer 1/2 the marinade to small bowl; cover, chill, and reserve as basting sauce.
Add lamb cubes to remaining marinade in medium bowl; toss to coat.
Marinate 2 hours at room temperature or cover and refrigerate overnight.
Remove lamb from marinade.
Thread lamb cubes, onion and apricots onto 4 skewers, dividing equally.
Brush all skewers with some of reserved marinade.
Sprinkle skewers with salt and pepper.
Grill lamb to desired doneness, onion should be soft and brown, turning occasionally, about 8 to 10 minutes.
Combine couscous and stock in a medium bowl. Cover; stand 5 minute Fluff with a fork, drizzle with olive oil and season.
Serve with lamb kebabs.

Tips:

For succulent kebabs, use lamb shoulder or leg and cut it into 1-inch cubes.
Tenderize the lamb by marinating it in a mixture of yogurt, olive oil, garlic, cumin, coriander, paprika, and salt for at least 30 minutes.
Skewer the lamb onto metal or wooden skewers, alternating with onion, pepper, and tomato.
Grill the kebabs over medium heat for 10-12 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
Serve the kebabs hot with golden couscous, tzatziki sauce, and a sprinkle of fresh herbs.
To make the golden couscous, use a 1:2 ratio of couscous to liquid (water or broth).
Bring the liquid to a boil, then add the couscous and stir.
Cover the pot and remove it from the heat.
Let the couscous stand for 5 minutes, then fluff it with a fork.
To make the tzatziki sauce, combine yogurt, cucumber, garlic, dill, olive oil, lemon juice, and salt in a bowl.
Stir until well combined and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Conclusion:

Moroccan lamb kebabs with golden couscous is a delicious and flavorful dish that is perfect for a summer cookout or party. The lamb is tender and juicy, the couscous is fluffy and golden, and the tzatziki sauce is the perfect finishing touch. With a few simple tips, you can make this dish at home and impress your friends and family.