Authentic Lebanese Mansaf

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A Jordanian dish of lamb cooked in a fragrant yogurt sauce, served over thin flatbread and garnished with sumac. This Mediterranean recipe, ready in about 105 minutes, pairs lamb, yogurt, onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 30 min Cook: 75 min Serves 6 Lebanese cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a large pot, heat 3 tbsp olive oil over medium heat. Add 1 finely chopped onion and sauté for 5 minutes until translucent. Stir in 4 minced garlic cloves and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  2. Step 2: Add 2 tbsp tomato paste, 2 tbsp dried mint, and 2 cups yogurt. Cook for 10 minutes, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens and becomes creamy.
  3. Step 3: Season 1.5 lbs lamb shoulder cubes with salt and pepper. Add to the pot and cook for 15 minutes until browned. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1 hour until the lamb is tender.
  4. Step 4: Meanwhile, preheat a grill or skillet over medium heat. Toast 12 pieces of flatbread for 1-2 minutes per side until lightly charred.
  5. Step 5: To serve, place a piece of warm flatbread on a plate, top with lamb and sauce, and sprinkle with 1 tbsp sumac. Garnish with additional mint and yogurt if desired.

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