Lamb and Apricots in Honey Sauce

Delight your taste buds with the exotic flavors of Lamb and Apricots in Honey Sauce, a dish that perfectly balances savory and sweet for a memorable dining experience. Tender cubes of lamb shoulder are seared to golden perfection and simmered in a fragrant blend of cinnamon, cumin, and coriander. Sweet dried apricots and rich honey lend a natural sweetness to the luxurious sauce, which is gently thickened during a slow, 90-minute cook. Served over basmati rice, fluffy couscous, or even warm flatbread, this Moroccan-inspired recipe is irresistibly comforting yet sophisticated enough for a special occasion. Finished with a fresh sprinkle of cilantro, it's a vibrant dish that’s as visually stunning as it is delicious. Perfect for lovers of bold, aromatic stews, this recipe is a must-try for your next dinner.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:105 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 lbs lamb shoulder (boneless, cut into 2-inch cubes)
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion (finely chopped)
• 3 garlic cloves (minced)
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 0.5 tsp ground coriander
• 1 cup dried apricots (halved)
• 3 tbsp honey
• 2 cups chicken or beef stock
• 2 tbsp fresh cilantro (chopped)

Directions

Step 1

Season the lamb cubes with salt and black pepper.

Step 2

Heat olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Sear the lamb cubes in batches until browned on all sides, about 4-5 minutes per batch. Remove the lamb and set aside.

Step 4

In the same pot, add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute.

Step 5

Stir in the ground cinnamon, ground cumin, and ground coriander. Cook for 30 seconds to release the spices' aroma.

Step 6

Return the lamb to the pot and add the dried apricots, honey, and chicken or beef stock. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low.

Step 7

Cover the pot with a lid and simmer for 75-90 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the lamb is tender and the sauce has thickened slightly.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Step 9

Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro before serving.

Step 10

Serve hot over basmati rice, couscous, or with warm flatbread.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1761.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3180.4

Total Fat 211.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 77.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 680.4mg	0%
Sodium 4742.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 166.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.1g	0%
Total Sugars 137.1g
Protein 174.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 277.8mg	0%
Iron 20.3mg	0%
Potassium 4001.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 58.3%

Protein: 21.3%

Carbs: 20.4%