– 1 pound lamb shoulder, cut into bite-sized pieces
– 2 teaspoons cumin seeds
– 1 tablespoon ground cumin
– 4 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon paprika
– 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
– 3 cups chicken broth
– 1 cup basmati rice
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Fresh cilantro, for garnish
Creating Crispy Cumin Lamb with Brothy Rice is straightforward if you follow these simple steps:
1. Prep the Ingredients: Start by cutting the lamb into bite-sized pieces and mincing the garlic.
2. Marinade the Lamb: In a bowl, combine the lamb with cumin seeds, ground cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
3. Heat the Oil: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
4. Brown the Lamb: Once the oil is hot, add the marinated lamb. Cook for 5-7 minutes until browned on all sides.
5. Add Garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
6. Add Broth: Pour in the chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits at the bottom of the skillet. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
7. Add Rice: Carefully add the basmati rice to the broth mixture. Stir gently to distribute the rice evenly.
8. Simmer: Cover the skillet and reduce the heat to low. Allow the dish to simmer for about 15-20 minutes or until the rice is cooked and has absorbed most of the liquid.
9. Fluff the Rice: Once done, remove the skillet from heat. Fluff the rice gently with a fork.
10. Garnish and Serve: Top with fresh cilantro before serving. Enjoy your delicious Crispy Cumin Lamb with Brothy Rice!