Mediterranean Spiced Lamb Stew with Preserved Lemon

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-27 · Updated 2026-04-27

A hearty lamb stew simmered with aromatic Mediterranean spices and preserved lemon, offering a rich balance of savory and citrus notes. This Brazilian recipe (mediterranean), ready in about 125 minutes, pairs lamb shoulder, cubed, olive oil, onion, diced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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.

Ingredients

• 2 lbs lamb shoulder, cubed
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 large onion, diced
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 1 tsp paprika
• 2 tbsp preserved lemon, rind only, chopped
• 3 cups chicken broth
• 2 medium carrots, sliced
• 1 cup chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large heavy pot over medium-high heat. Add 2 lbs cubed lamb shoulder and brown on all sides for about 6 minutes, then remove lamb and set aside.
2. Step 2: In the same pot, add 1 large diced onion and sauté for 5 minutes until translucent. Add 4 minced garlic cloves, 2 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp ground coriander, and 1 tsp paprika, cooking for 2 minutes until fragrant.
3. Step 3: Return the browned lamb to the pot, stir in 2 tbsp chopped preserved lemon rind, 3 cups chicken broth, 2 sliced carrots, 1 cup drained chickpeas, 1 1/2 tsp salt, and 1 tsp black pepper.
4. Step 4: Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer, covered, for 1 1/2 hours until the lamb is tender and the flavors meld.
5. Step 5: Stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro just before serving for a fresh herbal finish.