SPICY LAMB COUSCOUS

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North African flavors marinate tender lamb that you grill and serve with hot cooked couscous, the wheat-grain semolina served as a grain side dish in this part of the world.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 4h28m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 1/2 pounds lamb leg
1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons honey
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne)
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
3 cups hot cooked couscous
Red pepper sauce, if desired
1/4 cup chopped fresh mint leaves

Steps:

  • Remove fat from lamb. Cut lamb into 1 1/2-inch cubes. Mix remaining ingredients except couscous, mint and pepper sauce in glass or plastic bowl. Add lamb; stir to coat with marinade. Cover and refrigerate 4 hours.
  • Set oven control to broil. Spray broiler pan rack with cooking spray. Remove lamb from marinade. Place lamb on rack in broiler pan. Broil with tops 5 inches from heat 6 minutes; turn. Spoon pan drippings over lamb. Broil about 7 minutes longer or until no longer pink in center.
  • Mix couscous and mint. Serve lamb over couscous. Serve with pepper sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 275, Carbohydrate 25 g, Cholesterol 80 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 28 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 460 mg

Agankhan Agankhan
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit with my family. The lamb is so tender and flavorful, and the couscous is perfectly cooked.


laurie Hoffman
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion. It's elegant and delicious, and it's sure to impress your guests.


Cayden Miller
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family. The lamb is so tender and flavorful, and the couscous is perfectly cooked.


Tswj Yeej Xiong
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This recipe is a keeper! The lamb is so tender and flavorful, and the couscous is perfectly cooked. I will definitely be making this again.


Nyime Hassan Opi
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This is the best lamb couscous recipe I've ever tried. The lamb is so tender and juicy, and the couscous is perfectly cooked.


oluwatoyin adegun
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit with my family. The lamb is so tender and flavorful, and the couscous is perfectly cooked.


Christian Jeremia
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The lamb is tender and flavorful, and the couscous is perfectly cooked.


hassan kassab
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I love this recipe! The lamb is so tender and juicy, and the couscous is fluffy and flavorful.


Cj Whitener
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This lamb couscous is the perfect meal for a special occasion. It's elegant and delicious, and it's sure to impress your guests.


Mobail Mobail
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a winner. The lamb is so tender and flavorful, and the couscous is perfectly cooked.


Star Abdul
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.


Prakash Dhungel
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Yum! This dish is so tasty and easy to make. I love the way the lamb and couscous come together.


Francisca Musinga
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This lamb couscous is amazing! The lamb is fall-off-the-bone tender and the couscous is fluffy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


charles biru
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This is a great recipe! I love the combination of flavors. The lamb is so tender and the couscous is perfectly cooked.


Laura Hofer
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I made this dish last night and it was delicious! The lamb was tender and juicy, and the couscous was fluffy and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


SSG KiNG
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This lamb couscous was a hit with my family! The flavors were amazing and it was so easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.