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Moroccan Lamb Shoulder with Apricots and Almonds

Moroccan Lamb Shoulder with Apricots and Almonds
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Indulge in the exquisite flavors of Moroccan Lamb Shoulder with Apricots and Almonds, a dish that beautifully marries tender lamb with sweet dried apricots and crunchy toasted almonds. This recipe captures the essence of Moroccan cuisine, boasting a rich blend of warm spices that creates an inviting aroma. Perfect for family gatherings or intimate dinner parties, this slow-cooked delight promises to impress your guests and melt in your mouth. With simple preparation steps, it’s accessible even for novice cooks, allowing you to enjoy gourmet flavors right at home.

Ingredients

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  • 4 lbs lamb shoulder, bone-in
  • 1 cup dried apricots, chopped
  • 1/2 cup toasted slivered almonds
  • 1 large onion, thinly sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 1 tsp ground ginger
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • Broth or water for braising

Instructions

  1. Slice the onion and mince the garlic. Chop the dried apricots into smaller pieces.
  2. In a Dutch oven over medium-high heat, add oil and sear the lamb shoulder until browned on all sides (about 4-5 minutes). Remove from pot.
  3. In the same pot, sauté onions until translucent (about 5 minutes), then add garlic and cook until fragrant (about 1 minute).
  4. Return lamb to the pot and add apricots, almonds, cinnamon stick, cumin, coriander, ginger, ground cinnamon, smoked paprika. Pour in enough broth to cover half of the lamb.
  5. Cover and simmer on low heat for about 3 hours or until fork-tender.

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