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Lamb Sauce

A savory sauce bubbling with tender lamb and spices that will elevate any dish.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Sauce
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 pound ground lamb
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 can 14 ounces diced tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley chopped for garnish

Equipment

  • Large skillet or saucepan
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Knife and cutting board

Method
 

  1. Heat the olive oil over medium heat in a large skillet.
  2. Add the finely chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  4. Add the ground lamb to the skillet, breaking it up with a spatula. Cook until browned, about 7-10 minutes.
  5. Sprinkle in the cumin and smoked paprika, stirring well to combine.
  6. Pour in the canned diced tomatoes and tomato paste, stirring until well mixed.
  7. Reduce the heat and let the sauce simmer for about 15-20 minutes.
  8. Season with salt and pepper to taste, then garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

This sauce pairs beautifully with pasta, rice or mashed potatoes.