Lamb and Chickpea Stew
A hearty lamb stew with chickpeas, tomatoes, warm spices, carrots, and a bright lemon-herb finish.
Instructions
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Step 1
Heat 1 tbsp (15 ml) olive oil in the Dutch oven over medium heat. Brown the lamb in batches, then transfer it to the bowl.
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Step 2
Add the remaining 1 tbsp (15 ml) olive oil, onion, and carrot to the Dutch oven. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the onion softens.
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Step 3
Add the garlic, cumin, coriander seed, paprika, and cinnamon. Stir over medium heat until fragrant.
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Step 4
Stir in the tomatoes, chicken stock, and salt, then return the browned lamb and its juices to the Dutch oven. Increase to high heat and bring to a boil.
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Step 5
Cover, reduce to low heat, and simmer until the lamb is tender.
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Step 6
Stir in the chickpeas and simmer uncovered over low heat until heated through and the sauce has thickened slightly.
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Step 7
Remove from the heat and stir in the black pepper, parsley, and lemon juice. Serve hot.
Nutrition (Estimated)
Food safety
Caution: medium
Cook the lamb to at least 70°C and until tender. Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours in shallow containers, use within 3 days, and reheat to 74°C.
Risk factors
- handling raw lamb
- hot oil during browning
- large volume of hot stew