Savoury Lamb Mince with Pomegranate Molasses
Transform your dinner table with the bold and irresistible flavors of Savoury Lamb Mince with Pomegranate Molasses, a hearty dish that balances rich, spiced lamb with tangy-sweet undertones. This Middle Eastern-inspired recipe features aromatic spices like cumin, coriander, and cinnamon, combined with tomato paste and pomegranate molasses for a perfectly layered flavor profile. Simmered to tender perfection in a savory stock, the lamb is garnished with fresh parsley, pomegranate seeds, and optional toasted pine nuts for added crunch and visual appeal. Ready in just 40 minutes, this versatile dish pairs beautifully with fluffy rice, warm flatbreads, or a crisp side salad, making it a stunning, crowd-pleasing option for both weeknight meals and special occasions.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium, finely diced onion
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 500 grams ground lamb
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons pomegranate molasses
- 200 milliliters chicken or beef stock
- 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon (or to taste) salt
- 0.5 teaspoon (or to taste) black pepper
- 2 tablespoons optional pine nuts (toasted)
- 3 tablespoons pomegranate seeds
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or frying pan over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Increase the heat slightly and add the ground lamb to the pan. Cook for 7-8 minutes, breaking up the meat with a spoon, until browned and fully cooked.
Reduce the heat to medium and stir in ground cumin, coriander, paprika, and cinnamon. Cook for 1-2 minutes to toast the spices.
Add the tomato paste to the skillet, mixing it into the meat and cooking for 1 minute.
Pour in the pomegranate molasses and chicken or beef stock, stirring well to combine. Let the mixture simmer gently for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the liquid is slightly reduced and the flavors meld together.
Taste and season the dish with salt and black pepper as needed.
Remove from heat and stir in the chopped fresh parsley. If desired, mix in toasted pine nuts for added texture.
Transfer the lamb mince to a serving dish and garnish with fresh pomegranate seeds for a burst of sweetness.
Serve hot with rice, flatbreads, or a refreshing side salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2153 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 139.7 g | 179% | |
| Saturated Fat | 45.8 g | 229% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 480 mg | 160% | |
| Sodium | 5092 mg | 221% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 87.2 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.7 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 64.9 g | ||
| Protein | 132.6 g | 265% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 280 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 15.7 mg | 87% | |
| Potassium | 2785 mg | 59% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
