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Moroccan Lamb Stew

This Moroccan Lamb Stew with Chickpeas can be made on the stove pot, instant pot or slow cooker and contains less than 10 ingredients that your sure to have in your kitchen.

WHAT IS MORROCAN LAMB STEW

Moroccan lamb stew is made with cubed lamb, tomatoes, potatoes or chickpeas.

It is then seasoned with a special selection of spices. That can be found at almost every grocery store in the spice isle. 

My favorite spice blend for this dish is bought at our local Superstore. (See below) = Moroccan Seasoning

The spices in this seasoning are; cinnamon, allspice, bay leaves, turmeric, cloves, ginger, cardamom, nutmeg and more!

You can omit the chickpeas if you desired and replace them with cubed potatoes. 

I like it both ways but do tend to make it this way more often.

Because the chickpeas really compliment the eggplant well. 

Looking for another delicious Lamb Curry try this one next time your in the kitchen!

Making curry doesn’t have to be hard.

You just need the right spices, directions and ingredients and you too can be enjoying some of the same foods at your favorite restaurants. 

And the nice thing is that once you purchase the basics, you will have everything you need in stock for the next time you’re in the mood for Moroccan Lamb Stew.

WHAT TO SERVE WITH MOROCCAN LAMB STEW

Since this stew is packed with vegetables and protein it really has all you need in a hearty meal. 

However, you can make some couscous on the side if you like. 

IS MORROCAN LAMB STEW KETO

Yes

IS MOROCCAN LAMB STEW HEALTHY

Yes, it is packed with protein and vegetables and is simmer in a light broth.

IS MORROCAN LAMB STEW SPICY

Not really, it has some spice to it but on a heat level I would give this stew a 2 out of 5. 

You can make it more hot of course by adding more cayenne pepper. 

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • Contains few ingredients and steps to make. 
  • You can make this dish more spicy, by simply adding more cayenne pepper if desired. 
  • You can make it in the slow cooker, instant pot or stove top.
  • You can make it in large batches which makes it a great budget friendly dinner option.
  • Add in your favorite vegetables to boost the nutrition. 

How To Make Moroccan Lamb Stew

  1. Start by marinating the cubed lamb in olive oil and all the seasonings and spices.
  2. Marinate overnight or at least 1 hour in the fridge.
  3. Then in a large dutch oven or pot add the lamb and diced onions and saute till browned.
  4. Add in the minced garlic and ginger and saute till fragrant.
  5. Add in the crushed tomatoes, eggplant, drained chickpeas and beef stock.
  6. Toss in the bay leaf and cinnamon stick. 
  7. Cover with a lid and simmer on medium heat for 30 minutes.
  8. Serve and top with fresh parsley for garnish!

Pressure Cooker Moroccan Lamb Stew

If you’d like to make this recipe in your instant pot or pressure cooker, follow these steps:

  • Add cooking oil into the pot and turn it to SAUTE mode. 
  • Next add diced onion and saute for 2-5  minutes or until it begin to soften.
  • Add in diced mutton and saute for another 2-5 minutes or until mutton is no longer pink.
  • Toss in the curry and spices along with garlic and ginger. 
  • Add in the crushed tomatoes, eggplant, drained chickpeas and beef stock.
  • Toss in the bay leaf and cinnamon stick. 
  • Close the lid and seal. Cook on manual high pressure for 10 minutes. 
  • Release naturally or quickly, stir then serve hot over rice.

Slow Cooker Moroccan Lamb Stew

You can also make this recipe in your crockpot or slow cooker by following the instructions below:

  • Saute all ingredients except tomatoes, chickpeas and eggplant in a skillet over medium high heat for 5-8 minutes or until onion begin to soften and mutton is no longer pink.
  • Add in the crushed tomatoes, eggplant, drained chickpeas and beef stock.
  • Toss in the bay leaf and cinnamon stick stir until fully combined.
  • Cook on low for 8-10 hours or on high for 5-6 hours or until mutton is fully cooked through. 
  • Stir everything together and serve hot.

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Appetizers & Sides, Salads

Fruity Almond Couscous Salad

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This super healthy Fruity Almond Couscous Salad Salad is the perfect summer side dish. 

It has hints of sweetness but is by no means overpowering because the yogurt and almonds help to balance all those sweet fruits out just right. 

Also couscous can be served on its own as a main dish if desired as well.  Sometimes I will shred the leftover meat from a rotisserie chicken over top which goes really well with this type of salad.

Today I’m using instant couscous, which has been pre-steamed and dried. It saves a whole lot of time and is just as healthy for you as the ladder.

Did you know that Couscous is a staple food throughout the North Africa? And has only gained popularity throughout Europe and the West over the past century.

Yup it’s true and prior to becoming a global food group couscous took days to prepare by hand by large groups of woman.

Properly cooked couscous should be light and fluffy and should not be gritty.

In order to achieve this fluffiness one must boil some water or stock and then pour just the right amount over the couscous.

This allows it to fluff up perfectly then you can finish that fluffing with a fork. 

Today I  made mine fruity, by adding canned oranges, apples and dried cranberries. Feel free to chop up a “fresh orange” instead of the canned variety if you wish.

I just love this simple couscous salad and i’m sure you will too.

If you want to make it a little lighter feel free to omit the mayo and just add plain yogurt, which will make it a even less sweeter taste. 

This salad can be enjoyed pretty much any time of year, however I am sure this particular salad will be perfect for those long summer nights out on the back patio! I can picture it now 🙂 Can’t you?

Looking for a Awesome drink recipe to serve with this salad? Try my “Raspberry sweet tea” that is made with agave nectar or honey.


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