MEDITERRANEAN-STYLE LAMB STEW

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I strongly suggest to make this a day in advance as the flavors will intensify greatly, the dried chili flakes are only optional you may omit if desired or adjust to suit heat level -- please do not omit the currents and cinnamon stick they add to the flavor of this stew :)

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Lamb/Sheep

Time 1h30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

3 lbs boneless lamb, cut into bite-size pieces (leg or shoulder)
4 -6 tablespoons olive oil
3 medium onions, chopped
2 tablespoons minced fresh garlic
2 teaspoons dried red chili pepper flakes (optional or to taste)
1 (5 ounce) can tomato paste
1 large bay leaf
1 (28 ounce) can whole tomatoes, undrained
1 cup dry red wine (can use a little more wine)
1/2-3/4 cup currants
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons cumin
1 -2 teaspoon grated orange rind
1 cinnamon stick
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
salt & fresh ground pepper (to taste)

Steps:

  • In a food processor or blender process the tomatoes with juice until smooth; set aside.
  • Place the currants in a heat-proof bowl; cover with very hot water and set aside while browning the lamb.
  • Heat oil over medium heat in a large Dutch oven.
  • Season the lamb with salt and ground black pepper; add to the oil and brown on both sides; remove the lamb to a plate or bowl.
  • Add in onions and cook stirring for about 5 minutes adding in the garlic and red chili flakes the last 2 minutes of cooking.
  • Add in tomato paste and bay leaf; cook stirring for 1 minute.
  • Return the lamb with all the juices that have accumulated in the bowl back to the pot.
  • Drain the water from the currants.
  • Add in the pureed tomatoes, currants and all remaining ingredients except the salt and pepper.
  • Bring to a boil stirring over medium heat.
  • Reduce heat to very low and simmer uncovered for about 1-1/2 hours or until the lamb is tender.
  • About halfway through cooking season with salt and ground black pepper to taste.
  • Just before serving remove and discard the cinnamon stick and bay leaf (if you are making this a day in advance refrigerate with the cinnamon stick and bay leaf left in).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 849.1, Fat 58.8, SaturatedFat 22.9, Cholesterol 163.3, Sodium 344.8, Carbohydrate 32.1, Fiber 4.9, Sugar 21.9, Protein 42.1

Luftëtarja Detare
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I'm not a big fan of lamb, but this stew was really good. The meat was tender and the sauce was flavorful. I would definitely make this again.


Junaid ansari
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I made this stew for my family and they loved it. The lamb was tender and the sauce was delicious. I would definitely make this again.


Jadella Leonard
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This stew was very easy to make and the results were amazing. The lamb was so tender and the sauce was so flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Eco CleanMaster
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I followed the recipe exactly and the stew turned out great. The lamb was tender and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Babar Panhwar
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This stew was a bit too spicy for my taste, but it was still very good. The lamb was tender and the sauce was flavorful.


Jerry Doran
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I'm not a big fan of lamb, but this stew was delicious. The meat was tender and the sauce was flavorful. I would definitely make this again.


Shipna Begum
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This is the best lamb stew I've ever had. The meat was so tender and the sauce was so flavorful. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Zuena Athuman
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I made this stew for a dinner party and it was a huge success. The lamb was cooked perfectly and the sauce was amazing. Everyone loved it!


Lenicia Dreyer
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This stew was easy to make and very flavorful. The lamb was tender and the sauce was rich and savory. I served it over rice and it was a hit with my family.


Minenhle Mimi
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I followed the recipe exactly and the stew turned out perfectly. The lamb was tender and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Ahtasham Joura
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This was a great recipe! The lamb was very tender and the sauce was flavorful. I would definitely make this again.


Denver Harris
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I've made this stew several times now and it's always a hit. The lamb is always tender and the sauce is always flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe.


Usman Khn
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This is my new favorite lamb stew recipe. It's so easy to make and the flavors are amazing. I love the combination of spices and the tang from the tomatoes.


Leroy
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I made this stew last night and it was delicious! The lamb was so tender and the sauce was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Ayoub Belhihi
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This lamb stew was phenomenal! The meat was tender and juicy, and the sauce was rich and flavorful. I served it over rice, and it was a perfect meal.