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Spiced Lamb Soup

A warming Yemeni-inspired lamb soup with cumin, coriander, and a squeeze of lemon. Ground lamb simmers with tomatoes and aromatics in one pot for an easy weeknight dinner.

Total time
20 min
Servings
4
Calories
385
Protein
32g
Spiced Lamb Soup
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high. Brown ground lamb, breaking it apart with a spoon, until no pink remains, about 5 minutes.

  2. Step 2

    Add diced onion and cook until fragrant and soft, about 2 minutes.

  3. Step 3

    Stir in cumin and coriander until the spices coat the lamb, about 30 seconds.

  4. Step 4

    Pour in broth and canned tomatoes with their juices. Bring to a simmer.

  5. Step 5

    Simmer for 8–10 minutes until flavors meld. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

  6. Step 6

    Squeeze half a lemon into the pot. Ladle into bowls and serve hot.

Tools you’ll need

  • large pot (5-quart minimum)
  • wooden spoon
  • ladle

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