Lamb with Preserved Lemons

Gluten Free
Health score
10%
Lamb with Preserved Lemons
45 min.
10
281kcal

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Welcome to a culinary journey that transports your taste buds straight to the heart of Moroccan cuisine with our delectable Lamb with Preserved Lemons! This gluten-free dish is not only a feast for the senses but also offers a wonderful excuse to gather with loved ones for a hearty lunch or dinner.

Imagine tender, well-marinated lamb shoulder, infused with the unique tang of preserved lemons, and complemented by the warm, earthy notes of cumin and the fragrant aroma of fresh cilantro. Each bite melts in your mouth, delivering a rich and savory experience that is perfect for an intimate family meal or festive gatherings of up to ten people.

What sets this recipe apart is its ability to be prepared ahead of time, allowing the flavors to deepen and intensify. The dish simmers slowly in the oven, filling your home with an enticing aroma that will leave your guests eagerly anticipating the meal. As you gather around the table, you'll savor the succulent lamb alongside a vibrant sauce that is both comforting and exotic.

So, roll up your sleeves and add this extraordinary dish to your repertoire. With just a few simple ingredients and a little patience, you'll create a memorable dining experience that is sure to impress friends and family alike!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup butter diced chilled (1 stick)
  • tablespoons cilantro leaves fresh chopped for garnish
  • 10 servings kosher salt 
  • tablespoon cumin seeds 
  • large head cloves separated peeled ( 21)
  • pounds lamb shoulder boneless cut into 2 1/2- to 3-inch cubes
  • medium onion halved sliced
  •  simple preserved lemons quartered
  • 0.7 cup water 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • baking pan
  • slotted spoon

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 300°F.
  2. Sprinkle lamb allover with coarse salt and pepper. Arrangein single layer in 13x9x2-inch glass bakingdish.
  3. Combine onions, lemons, garlic, 3tablespoons cilantro, and cumin seeds inprocessor. Blend to smooth puree.
  4. Add 2/3cup water and blend again.
  5. Pour pureeevenly over lamb. Stir briefly to coat lambwith puree. Scatter butter evenly over.
  6. Bake lamb, uncovered, until verytender, 4 to 4 1/2 hours. Using slotted spoon,transfer lamb to bowl. Tilt baking dish andspoon off fat from surface of sauce. Returnlamb to sauce; stir to blend. Season stewto taste with salt and pepper. do ahead
  7. Can be made 2 days ahead. Chill stew,uncovered, until cold, then cover and keeprefrigerated. Rewarm, covered, in 350°Foven 30 minutes.
  8. Sprinkle lamb with additional choppedcilantro and serve.
  9. * Lemons soaked in salt and lemon juicefor several weeks; available at specialtyfoods stores and Middle Eastern markets,and from igourmet.com.

Nutrition Facts

Calories281kcal
Protein41.91%
Fat54.61%
Carbs3.48%

Properties

Glycemic Index
11.4
Glycemic Load
0.47
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
15.711304146311%

Flavonoids

Isorhamnetin
1.1mg
Kaempferol
0.14mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
4.53mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:281.39kcal
14.07%
Fat:16.8g
25.85%
Saturated Fat:8.51g
53.21%
Carbohydrates:2.4g
0.8%
Net Carbohydrates:1.92g
0.7%
Sugar:0.96g
1.07%
Cholesterol:115.85mg
38.62%
Sodium:368.37mg
16.02%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:29.02g
58.04%
Vitamin B12:3.83µg
63.9%
Selenium:32.7µg
46.71%
Vitamin B3:8.63mg
43.17%
Zinc:6.01mg
40.07%
Phosphorus:278.02mg
27.8%
Vitamin B2:0.34mg
20.05%
Iron:2.95mg
16.38%
Potassium:457.33mg
13.07%
Vitamin B1:0.19mg
12.41%
Vitamin B6:0.24mg
12.21%
Vitamin B5:1.07mg
10.69%
Magnesium:40.8mg
10.2%
Folate:38.97µg
9.74%
Copper:0.18mg
9.14%
Manganese:0.14mg
7.19%
Vitamin A:299.95IU
6%
Vitamin E:0.61mg
4.09%
Calcium:31.82mg
3.18%
Vitamin C:1.71mg
2.07%
Fiber:0.48g
1.93%
Vitamin K:1.43µg
1.36%
Source:Epicurious