Macedonian Lamb Stew with Apricots

Name: Macedonian Lamb Stew with Apricots
Prep time: PT25 minutes
Cook time: PT2 hours 30 minutes
Total time: PT2 hours 55 minutes
Yield: 6
Cuisine: North Macedonia
Ingredients: 1.2 kg Lamb shoulder (cut into 2-inch cubes); 3 tbsp Vegetable oil; 2 Large onions (chopped); 4 Garlic cloves (minced); 150 g Dried apricots (halved); 750 ml Beef broth; 120 ml Red wine; 2 tbsp Tomato paste; 1.5 tsp Sweet paprika; 1 tsp Dried mint; 0.5 tsp Ground cumin; 1 tsp Salt (or to taste); 0.5 tsp Black pepper (freshly ground, or to taste); 2 tbsp Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)

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A rich and flavorful lamb stew, slow-cooked with dried apricots, onions, and a blend of aromatic spices, offering a delightful balance of savory and sweet notes.

準備時間25 minutes

調理時間2 hours 30 minutes

合計時間2 hours 55 minutes

分量6

難易度Medium

オリジナル· Feb 8

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👨‍🍳 作り方

1
Pat the lamb cubes dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt and pepper.
2
Heat the vegetable oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Brown the lamb in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd the pot. Remove the browned lamb and set aside.
3
Reduce the heat to medium. Add the chopped onions to the pot and cook until softened and lightly browned, about 8-10 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
4
Stir in the sweet paprika, dried mint, and ground cumin. Cook for 30 seconds, stirring constantly, until fragrant.
5
Add the tomato paste and cook for 1 minute, stirring.
6
Return the browned lamb to the pot. Pour in the beef broth and red wine. Bring the mixture to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
7
Add the halved dried apricots. Cover the pot, reduce the heat to low, and simmer gently for at least 2 hours, or until the lamb is very tender. Stir occasionally, adding a little more broth or water if the stew becomes too dry.
8
Once the lamb is tender, taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. If the sauce is too thin, you can simmer uncovered for the last 15-20 minutes to reduce it.
9
Serve hot, garnished with fresh chopped parsley. This stew is excellent served with mashed potatoes, rice, or crusty bread.

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✓For a deeper flavor, you can marinate the lamb overnight with some of the spices.
✓If you don't have red wine, you can substitute with more beef broth.
✓Ensure the lamb is tender before serving; slow cooking is key.

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Add other dried fruits like prunes or raisins for a different sweet profile.
Include a pinch of cinnamon for added warmth.
For a spicier stew, add a pinch of red pepper flakes along with the other spices.