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Lham lahlou (lamb with prunes and raisins)

Arabic name اللحم الحلو (بالبرقوق والزبيب)

Lham lahlou (lamb with prunes and raisins)

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Ingredients (8)

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Method

  1. Brown the meat with the onion, cinnamon and saffron.

  2. Add water and simmer over a low heat until the meat is tender.

  3. Add the prunes, raisins and honey towards the end, and let the sauce thicken and turn glossy.

  4. Garnish with toasted almonds and serve warm.