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Spiced Lamb & Tomato Skillet

Ground lamb seared with warm spices, tomatoes, and pomegranate molasses in one skillet — a quick take on the Syrian classic. Serve over rice or with flatbread to soak up the sauce.

Total time
18 min
Servings
4
Calories
385
Protein
32g
Spiced Lamb & Tomato Skillet
satisfyingheartysyrianlambtenderjuicyMain courseweeknight

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high until shimmering, about 1 minute.

  2. Step 2

    Add onion and cook, stirring, until soft and fragrant, about 3 minutes.

  3. Step 3

    Add lamb and cook, breaking up with a spoon, until no pink remains, about 5 minutes.

  4. Step 4

    Stir in allspice and cinnamon; cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.

  5. Step 5

    Add tomatoes and pomegranate molasses; simmer 5 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.

  6. Step 6

    Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve over rice or with warm flatbread.

Tools you’ll need

  • large skillet (12-inch)
  • wooden spoon
  • measuring spoons

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