Moroccan Lamb Shoulder with Apricots and Almonds
Indulge in the exotic flavors of Moroccan Lamb Shoulder with Apricots and Almonds, a dish that transforms a simple gathering into a culinary celebration. This recipe features tender lamb shoulder braised to perfection, infused with sweet apricots and crunchy almonds, all enhanced by a blend of aromatic spices. Whether you’re hosting a festive dinner or enjoying a cozy family meal, this dish is sure to impress. With easy preparation and minimal hands-on time, you can savor rich, savory notes while letting your oven do the work. Serve it alongside couscous or rice for a complete experience that tantalizes the taste buds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Total Time: 3 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: Moroccan
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
Instructions
- Preheat your Dutch oven over medium-high heat and add oil.
- Sear the lamb on all sides until browned (5-7 minutes). Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté onions until translucent (4-5 minutes), then add garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Return the lamb to the pot and add apricots, almonds, spices, and enough broth or water to cover half of the lamb.
- Cover and simmer on low heat for about 3 hours until tender.
- Let rest before serving with couscous or rice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (200g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg