Freekeh (or farik) is roasted green wheat which derives it’s name from being rubbed (farīkor) or threshed. The wheat is harvested when the grains are yellow and the seeds soft and is first sun-dried then carefully set on fire so only the straw and chaff burn. The high moisture content of the seeds prevents them from burning.…… Continue reading freekeh salad with lamb
Tag: lamb and goat
roasted herb crusted lamb straps
A simple and very tasty way to cook lamb straps or loin. This recipe is adapted from a recipe by Tracy Rutherford which appeared in Australian Good Taste in September 2009. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350ºF). In a small food processor or mortar and pestle combine 6 anchovy fillets, 4 diced garlic cloves, the leaves from 3 sprigs of fresh rosemary,…… Continue reading roasted herb crusted lamb straps
lamb meatballs with eggplant and tomato + couscous with cauliflower
Here’s a hearty meal with North African and Middle Eastern influences. To make the meatballs combine lamb mince with finely chopped parsley, ground cumin and ground cinnamon to taste and season well with salt and pepper. Form into small meatballs and set aside in the fridge. Dice a large eggplant (aubergine) and fry gently in some…… Continue reading lamb meatballs with eggplant and tomato + couscous with cauliflower
lamb tagine with dates + carrot salad
Lamb and dates – what a heavenly combination. This recipes comes from THE FOOD OF MOROCCO a journey for food lovers by Tess Mallos. Melt butter in a heavy casserole or tagine and gently cook 1 finely chopped onion until it is translucent. Add 1 teaspoon of ground ginger, 1 teaspoon of ground cumin and ½ a…… Continue reading lamb tagine with dates + carrot salad
lamb with pumpkin and apricots
I found this recipe in a wonderful cookbook MEDINA KITCHEN home cooking from north africa by Fiona Dunlop. Soak 100g (3½ oz) each of dried pitted prunes and dried apricots in some water. In a large casserole dish heat some vegetable oil. Lightly fry 2 large finely chopped onions sprinkled with a little salt until golden then…… Continue reading lamb with pumpkin and apricots
koftas + harissa + fragrant couscous
These beef and lamb koftas are simple to make and taste great cooked on a BBQ. Combine lamb mince with double the amount of beef mince. Add crushed garlic, cumin powder, mild paprika, parsley, a handful of breadcrumbs and salt and pepper to taste. Shape into long meatballs and cook over medium heat until just cooked…… Continue reading koftas + harissa + fragrant couscous
lamb racks with almond and za’atar crust + cauliflower tarator
These lamb racks are moist and tender with a delicious Middle Eastern flavour. Rub the lamb racks with some Greek style yoghurt and allow to marinate for at least one hour. Before cooking preheat the oven to 200C (400F). Mix ½ a cup of almond meal with 2 tablespoons of za’atar (store bought or home made)…… Continue reading lamb racks with almond and za’atar crust + cauliflower tarator
party pastries
This patchwork quilt of French style savoury pastries kept the food coming at our recent party. Made on sheets of store bought puff pastry they were baked ahead of time and served at room temperature. Here are the six different toppings: artichoke, green olive and pecorino cheese; tomatoes and onions topped with chorizo,…… Continue reading party pastries
roast lamb with puy lentils
This is a French family recipe passed on to me by a friend. Prepare lamb in the normal way seasoned with garlic, thyme, rosemary and rock salt and roast in the oven. While the lamb is cooking, gently fry 1 chopped onion, 1 diced carrot and 2 cloves of minced garlic in olive oil until the onions are translucent…… Continue reading roast lamb with puy lentils
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