Lamb Rakka Recipe

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Lamb Rakka
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Ingredients
24
Count
Nutrition
987
Calories
Total time
95
Minutes
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Ingredients:

  • 4 to 5 syrian black cardamom seeds
  • 1/2 tbsp ground cardamom
  • 1/2 tbsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tbsp coriander
  • 4 cloves garlic , smashed
  • 1 stick cinnamon
  • 1 tbsp turmeric
  • 1/4 tbsp celery seeds
  • 1/4 tbsp ajowan
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1/2 tbsp saffron
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 cup yogurt
  • cooked basmati rice , for serving
  • this recipe was provided by professional chefs and has been scaled down from a bulk recipe provided by a restaurant. the food network kitchens chefs have not tested this recipe, in the proportions indicated, and therefore, we cannot make any representation as to the results.

Directions:

  1. Lamb:
  2. In saucepan add 2 ounces of coconut oil, 2 black cardamom seeds, 1/4 tablespoon cardamom, 1/4 tablespoon cumin, 1/4 tablespoon coriander, 2 cloves of garlic, and 1/2 stick of cinnamon, 1 bay leaf and 1/2 tablespoon turmeric. Cook over medium heat to toast for about 2 to 3 minutes, then add the lamb, 1 tablespoon lemon juice and salt, to taste. Let it simmer for 20 to 25 minutes stirring occasionally. When meat is cooked add the saffron and turn off the heat.
  3. Korma:
  4. In medium saucepan add the remaining 2 ounces of coconut oil, and the remaining black cardamom seeds, cardamom, cumin, coriander, cinnamon, bay leaf and turmeric. Add the celery seeds and ajowan and toast for 2 to 3 minutes over medium heat. Stir in the remaining 2 cloves of garlic and the tomato puree, and mix well. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of lemon juice and cook for 10 to 15 minutes over low heat. Stir in the milk, yogurt, sour cream and salt, to taste. Cover the pan and simmer for 45 minutes to 1 hour, stirring every 5 minutes, until the color turns bright orange. Add the figs and the cherries and cook for 1 minute. Stir in the lamb, cook for 2 minutes, then turn off the heat.
  5. Add a few cilantro leaves to the bottom of each serving bowl and ladle in the lamb korma. Garnish with more cilantro and enjoy it with basmati rice.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 987.17 Kcal (4133 kJ)
Calories from fat 699.67 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 77.74g 120%
Cholesterol 163.84mg 55%
Sodium 259.47mg 11%
Potassium 1528.98mg 33%
Total Carbs 27.8g 9%
Sugars 17.09g 68%
Dietary Fiber 4.05g 16%
Protein 46.08g 92%
Vitamin C 20mg 33%
Iron 6.4mg 36%
Calcium 262.9mg 26%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 184.35 Kcal (772 kJ)
Calories from fat 130.66 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 14.52g 120%
Cholesterol 30.6mg 55%
Sodium 48.46mg 11%
Potassium 285.53mg 33%
Total Carbs 5.19g 9%
Sugars 3.19g 68%
Dietary Fiber 0.76g 16%
Protein 8.6g 92%
Vitamin C 3.7mg 33%
Iron 1.2mg 36%
Calcium 49.1mg 26%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Recipe Tags

Weightwatchers Points

  • 25.4
    Points
  • 27
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • low sodium

Bad Points

  • High in Total Fat

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