Mrouzia aux Pruneaux

Mrouzia aux Pruneaux is a traditional Moroccan dish featuring tender lamb cooked with an aromatic blend of spices and sweet prunes. This savory-sweet combination creates a delightful flavor profile that is both comforting and exotic.

Ingredients

• Lamb shoulder - 300g, cubed
• Onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Ground cinnamon - 1 teaspoon
• Ground ginger - 1 teaspoon
• Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Saffron threads - a pinch, soaked in 1 tablespoon warm water
• Honey - 2 tablespoons
• Prunes - 100g, pitted
• Almonds - 30g, blanched and toasted
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Water - 500ml

Steps

1. In a heavy-bottomed pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, cooking until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.
2. Increase the heat to medium-high and add the cubed lamb. Brown the meat on all sides for about 10 minutes.
3. Stir in the ground cinnamon, ginger, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to coat the lamb in the spices.
4. Add the soaked saffron with its water, honey, and prunes to the pot. Pour in the water and bring to a simmer.
5. Cover the pot and reduce the heat to low. Let it cook for about 60 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the lamb is tender.
6. Once the lamb is cooked, uncover the pot and increase the heat to medium-high. Allow the sauce to reduce for about 10 minutes until thickened.
7. Remove from heat and stir in the toasted almonds just before serving. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
8. Serve warm, garnished with additional almonds if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 40 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 20 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 90 mg
• Total Fat: 25 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein which helps in muscle building and repair.
• Contains antioxidants from prunes and spices that may aid in digestion.

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