A few years ago, at the university where I work, we had a Moroccan Fullbright student who taught my husband and I how to make a chicken tagine. I was mesmerized by the cooking process, and the results: a delightful flavor, the aroma of my kitchen, and a very tender meat. Ever since, I…
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Spicy Lamb Stew: Rogan Josh
One of the specialties of Kashmir, a northern region in India, is a rich and hearty spicy lamb stew: rogan josh. This delicious dish, of Persian origin, is cooked in a curry like sauce that is both spicy and aromatic. The name rogan josh comes from two Persian words: rogan which means oil and josh: heat. Some linguists…
Kofta Kari – Lamb Meatballs in Spicy Curry Sauce
Today I bring you Kofta Kari, a dish from the Indian subcontinent. It is spicy, tasty, rich and oh so easy to make. Better yet, it can be served as a main dish or as an appetizer. I absolutely love it when a dish has multiple personalities, don’t you? Kofta Kari is a traditional meat…
Lebanese Lamb Fatayer
I can honestly say that I’ve never met a carbohydrate I didn’t like, so this tasty treat is right up my alley. It can be eaten as a super snack, a lovely lunch, or a delectable dinner. I am all in favor of foods that can be eaten at different times of day. Versatility is…
Herbed Slow Cooked Leg of Lamb
I’m dreaming of juicy leg of lamb, which brings me to this post. Sometimes the best gifts are the simple ones. No bells and whistles, glossy pages, or shiny anything. There is definitely beauty in simplicity. No, I didn’t get a leg of lamb for Christmas. I am talking about a cookbook I received last…
Saucy North African Lamb Meatballs
Saucy North African lamb meatballs have a blend of exotic spices with a touch of sweetness. Apricots and saffron add a fabulous touch. Serve them as an appetizer or a main dish.
Lamb Stew Infused with Rose Water
Lamb Stew infused with rose water is one of those dishes whose ethnicity is hard to pin down. Is it Indian, Turkish, Middle Eastern? All of these ethnic groups use rose water in their cooking. Oh well, it really doesn’t matter. For the sake of categorizing, I am saying it is Middle Eastern. It has…
Turkish Style Rack of Lamb
Turkish Style Rack of Lamb is a savory alternative to the more commonly flavored rack of lamb chops we are accustomed to. The pairing of the spicy seasoning blend combined with the tangy flavor of the yogurt and the bright flavor of the mint is pleasingly flavorful to say the least. Lamb is usually the…
