Lamb Apricot Stew

Name: Lamb Apricot Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 75 min
Total time: 90 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Turkish
Ingredients: 2 lb Lamb shoulder, cut into 1-inch cubes; 1/2 cup Dried apricots; 1 medium Onion, chopped; 2 cloves Garlic, minced; 2 cups Beef broth; 2 tbsp Tomato paste; 1/4 tsp Cinnamon; 1/4 tsp Cumin; 2 tbsp Olive oil; 1/4 tsp Salt; 1/8 tsp Black pepper

Tender braised lamb shoulder with dried apricots, cinnamon, and warm spices. A sweet-savory Turkish specialty that's rich, complex, and perfect for cooler days.

90 minMediumServes 4510 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 lb Lamb shoulder, cut into 1-inch cubes
1/2 cup Dried apricots
1 medium Onion, chopped
2 cloves Garlic, minced
2 cups Beef broth
2 tbsp Tomato paste
1/4 tsp Cinnamon
1/4 tsp Cumin
2 tbsp Olive oil
1/4 tsp Salt
1/8 tsp Black pepper

Instructions

1

Heat 2 tbsp Olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add 2 lb cut into 1-inch cubes Lamb shoulder and brown on all sides, about 8 minutes total. Remove and set aside.
2

Add 1 medium chopped Onion to the pot and cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Add 2 cloves minced Garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
3

Stir in 2 tbsp Tomato paste and cook for 1 minute. Add 2 cups Beef broth, 1/4 tsp Cinnamon, and 1/4 tsp Cumin.
4

Return the lamb to the pot. Bring to a simmer, cover, and reduce heat to medium-low. Cook for 1 hour.
5

Add 1/2 cup Dried apricots, season with 1/4 tsp Salt and 1/8 tsp Black pepper. Simmer uncovered for 15 more minutes until lamb is very tender.
6

Serve hot, skimming any surface fat if desired.

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Questions

How much time should I plan for Lamb Apricot Stew?

As written, 90 minutes: 15 of prep and 75 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 4, at 1 hour.

How do I know when Lamb Apricot Stew is done?

Go by the cues in the method rather than the clock. Step 5: cook until lamb is very tender.

Can I skip the searing in Lamb Apricot Stew?

Step 1 reads: "Add 2 lb cut into 1-inch cubes Lamb shoulder and brown on all sides, about 8 minutes total." You can, but you give up flavor. The browning in step 1 builds the savory base the rest of the dish is seasoned against. Give the pieces room so the pan stays hot.

How many calories are in Lamb Apricot Stew?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) is about 510 calories, with 32 g protein, 38 g carbohydrate and 24 g fat, plus 3 g fiber and 780 mg sodium.

Can I freeze Lamb Apricot Stew?

Yes. Refrigerate what is left of Lamb Apricot Stew within two hours and eat it within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop. It also freezes well for up to three months.

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