Pasta with Lamb

Pasta with Lamb is a flavorful Lebanese dish that combines tender lamb with al dente pasta, infused with aromatic spices for a delightful meal. This dish is both comforting and nourishing, perfect for a wholesome dinner.

Ingredients

• Lamb shoulder - 250 grams, diced
• Pasta (your choice) - 200 grams
• Onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Tomato - 1 large, diced
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Cinnamon - 1/2 teaspoon
• Allspice - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
3. Add the minced garlic and diced lamb to the skillet. Cook until the lamb is browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
4. Stir in the diced tomato, cinnamon, allspice, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 5 minutes until the tomato softens.
5. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and mix well, allowing the flavors to meld for about 2-3 minutes.
6. Remove from heat and stir in the chopped parsley and lemon juice before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 570
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 70 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 90 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 6 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein from the lamb, which supports muscle growth and repair.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil, beneficial for heart health.

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