Fatteh with Lamb

Fatteh with Lamb is a luxurious Lebanese dish that beautifully combines tender lamb, crispy pita, and a tangy yogurt sauce, creating a symphony of flavors and textures. This high-protein baked delight is perfect for any occasion and is sure to impress your guests.

Ingredients

• Lamb shoulder, boneless - 300 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Onion, finely chopped - 1 medium
• Garlic, minced - 3 cloves
• Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Ground cinnamon - 1/2 teaspoon
• Ground allspice - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Water - 500 ml
• Pita bread - 2 medium, cut into triangles
• Plain yogurt - 200 grams
• Tahini - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Pine nuts, toasted - 2 tablespoons
• Fresh parsley, chopped - 2 tablespoons

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the chopped onion until translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
4. Add the lamb shoulder to the pot, season with cumin, cinnamon, allspice, salt, and black pepper, and brown on all sides for about 8-10 minutes.
5. Pour in the water, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30-35 minutes until the lamb is tender.
6. While the lamb cooks, arrange the pita bread triangles on a baking sheet and toast in the oven for about 10-15 minutes until golden and crispy.
7. Once the lamb is done, remove it from the pot, shred it into bite-sized pieces, and set aside.
8. In a bowl, mix the yogurt, tahini, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
9. In a serving dish, layer the toasted pita bread, followed by the shredded lamb, and drizzle the yogurt sauce on top.
10. Garnish with toasted pine nuts and chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 650
• Protein: 45 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 90 mg
• Total Fat: 30 g
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, promoting muscle repair and growth.
• Rich in healthy fats from olive oil and tahini, supporting heart health.

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