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Spiced Lamb Mechoui

Moroccan-spiced lamb shoulder steaks seared until charred and smoky, finished with a bright lemon-butter glaze. Weeknight dinner that tastes like it took hours.

Total time
20 min
Servings
2
Calories
520
Protein
48g
Spiced Lamb Mechoui
rusticsatisfyingmoroccanlambcrispyjuicytenderweeknight

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Pat lamb steaks dry with paper towels. Mix cumin, coriander, paprika, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.

  2. Step 2

    Rub both sides of the steaks with the spice blend, pressing so it adheres.

  3. Step 3

    Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a 12-inch cast iron skillet over medium-high until it shimmers, about 90 seconds.

  4. Step 4

    Sear lamb 2 minutes per side without moving. Edges should look charred and caramelized; center stays pink.

  5. Step 5

    Transfer lamb to a plate. Add butter and lemon juice to the hot skillet, swirling until melted and fragrant.

  6. Step 6

    Return lamb to the skillet and spoon the lemon-butter glaze over the top. Plate immediately, scatter lemon zest over each.

Tools you’ll need

  • 12-inch cast iron skillet
  • small mixing bowl
  • paper towels
  • kitchen knife
  • cutting board

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