Moroccan Braised Lamb Stew
INGREDIENTS
1 T. ground cumin
2 tsp. ground coriander
1 1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp fennel seeds
1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
1 1/2 pounds lamb shoulder cut into pieces
4 T. olive oil
1 large onion chopped
1T. tomato paste
2 c low salt chicken broth
1 15 1/2 oz can chick peas
1 c. dried apricots chopped
2 large plum tomatoes
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1 T grated fresh ginger
2 tsp lemon zest
1 T chopped cilantro
METHOD
1. Mix first 6 ingredients, add lamb, toss to coat with spices. Working in batches sear the lamb.
2. Add onions to drippings in pan. Saute until onion is soft. Add remaining ingredients, except cilantro. Bring to a boil, simmer for an hour covered and 20 minutes uncovered. Sprinkle with cilantro.