Kuzu Kuzu Kumpir

Kuzu Kuzu Kumpir is a hearty Turkish dish featuring succulent lamb and fluffy baked sweet potatoes, bringing together traditional flavors in a healthy, Paleo-friendly way. This comforting meal is perfect for a cozy dinner and is packed with nutrients.

Ingredients

• Sweet potatoes - 2 medium (about 300g each)
• Lamb shoulder - 200g, diced
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Onion - 1 small, finely chopped
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Tomato - 1 medium, chopped
• Rosemary - 1 teaspoon, fresh or 1/2 teaspoon dried
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Chicken broth - 100ml
• Parsley - for garnish, chopped

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (390°F).
2. Wash and pierce the sweet potatoes with a fork. Place them on a baking tray and bake for about 45 minutes or until tender.
3. In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until the onion becomes translucent.
4. Add the diced lamb shoulder to the skillet, browning it on all sides for about 5-7 minutes.
5. Stir in the diced carrot and bell pepper, cooking for an additional 5 minutes until slightly softened.
6. Add the chopped tomato, rosemary, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Mix well and pour in the chicken broth.
7. Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for about 15 minutes until the lamb is tender and the flavors meld.
8. Once the sweet potatoes are cooked, remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly. Cut them in half lengthwise and fluff the insides with a fork.
9. Spoon the lamb mixture generously into each sweet potato half.
10. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 550
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 90 mg
• Total Fat: 30 g
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from the lamb, supporting muscle health.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from sweet potatoes and vegetables, promoting overall health.

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