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Afghan Braised Lamb Thighs With Caramelized Carrots And Raisins

Name: Afghan Braised Lamb Thighs With Caramelized Carrots And Raisins
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h 5 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Afghan
Ingredients: 600 g bone-in lamb shoulder chops, cut into 2-inch chunks; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 piece yellow onion, thinly sliced; 3 clove garlic, minced; 1 tsp ground cumin; 1 tsp ground cardamom; 2 piece carrots, cut into matchsticks; 0.5 cup dark raisins; 1.5 cup halal beef broth; 0.5 tsp salt

A comforting Afghan home-style dish featuring spiced tender lamb braised with warming cardamom and cumin, topped with caramelized carrots and sweet raisins.

Prep: 20 min
Cook: 45 min
Total: 65 min

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Technique to learn

Braising and Caramelization

Low-heat pan braising gently breaks down lamb fibers, while quick skillet caramelization concentrates the sweetness of carrots and raisins.

Instructions

Step 1: Heat olive oil in a deep heavy skillet over medium-high heat and sear the lamb chunks for 5 minutes until browned on all sides, then remove to a plate.
Step 2: In the same skillet, add the sliced onion and cook for 5 minutes until soft and translucent.

Step 3: Stir in the minced garlic, ground cumin, ground cardamom, and salt, cooking for 1 minute until warm and aromatic.

Step 4: Return the browned lamb to the skillet, pour in the halal beef broth, and bring the liquid to a gentle simmer.

Step 5: Cover the skillet tightly, lower heat to low, and braise for 30 minutes until the lamb is tender.

Step 6: In a separate small pan, heat a splash of oil and saute the carrot matchsticks and dark raisins for 4 minutes until softened and plumped.

Step 7: Uncover the meat, top with the warm caramelized carrot and raisin mixture, and simmer uncovered for 5 additional minutes before serving.

Cooking tips

Serve alongside flatbread or steamed basmati rice to enjoy the flavorful cardamom-scented broth.
Pat the lamb dry with paper towels before searing to guarantee a deep brown crust.
Original home-cooking adaptation inspired by Afghan; regional versions vary.
Use halal-certified meat, poultry, stock, sauces, cheese and other processed ingredients. Check labels and avoid cross-contamination. Recipe screening is not halal certification.

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