Middle_Eastern
Middle Eastern - Rice and Grains
Tagine Lamb Spiced Rice / Pilaf
Chef's Menu Description
Fragrant grains expertly cooked with seasonal aromatics, fresh herbs, and rich stock for a satisfying, flavourful centerpiece.
Ingredients
- • 700g lamb shoulder, cubed
- • 2 cups basmati rice, rinsed
- • 2 onions, sliced
- • 1 tsp ground ginger
- • 1/2 tsp saffron threads
- • 1 cinnamon stick
- • 1 cup dried apricots
- • 1/3 cup blanched almonds
- • 3 1/2 cups lamb stock
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Brown the lamb and onions in a heavy pot.
2
Phase 2
Add the ginger, saffron, cinnamon, and stock, cover, and simmer 1 hour until the lamb is tender.
3
Phase 3
Stir in the rice and apricots, cover, and cook on low for 20 minutes.
4
Phase 4
Toast the almonds in a dry pan until golden.
5
Phase 5
Rest 10 minutes, then top with the toasted almonds.