Ingredients and Weight:
- Olive oil: 4 tablespoons
- Lamb shoulder, boneless, cut into 1-inch cubes: 2 pounds
- Onion, chopped: 1 large
- Garlic, minced: 4 cloves
- Carrots, peeled and sliced: 3 large
- Celery, sliced: 2 stalks
- Turnips, peeled and cubed: 1 pound
- Potatoes, peeled and cut into large chunks: 1 pound
- Green beans, trimmed: 1 pound
- Zucchini, chopped: 1 medium
- Tomatoes, diced: 28 ounces (2 cans)
- Vegetable broth: 4 cups
- Harissa paste: 1 tablespoon (optional)
- Ground cinnamon: 1 teaspoon
- Ground cumin: 1 teaspoon
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
Preparation Time:
30 minutes
Cooking Time:
2-3 hours
Difficulty Level:
3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Season the lamb with salt and pepper and brown on all sides.
- Add the onion and garlic and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add the carrots, celery, turnips, potatoes, green beans, zucchini, and tomatoes to the pot.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and stir in the harissa paste (if using), cinnamon, and cumin.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 2-3 hours, or until the lamb and vegetables are tender.
- Season with additional salt and pepper to taste, if needed.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve over rice or mashed potatoes.
Nutritional Information:
Per serving (1/8 of the recipe):
* Calories: 520
* Protein: 30g
* Fat: 20g
* Carbohydrates: 60g
Dish Characteristics:
- Robust and flavorful
- Rich and satisfying
- Perfect for a hearty meal or special occasion
User Comments:
- "This stew was absolutely delicious! The lamb was tender and juicy, and the vegetables were cooked to perfection."
- "I loved the combination of spices and flavors. It was a unique and unforgettable dish."
- "Excellent! I served this stew at a dinner party and it was a huge hit. Everyone raved about it."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If you don't have harissa paste, you can use a mixture of cayenne pepper, paprika, and ground cumin.
- Adjust the cooking time depending on the size and thickness of the lamb cubes.
- Make sure to cook the stew on low heat and cover it to prevent the broth from evaporating.
- Serve the stew with a side of bread to soak up the delicious broth.
