Spiced Lamb and Freekeh Pilaf
A hearty and aromatic one-pan meal with tender lamb, nutty freekeh, and vibrant vegetables. This Mediterranean-inspired dish is perfectly balanced and diabetic-friendly, offering sustained energy and rich flavors.
1200 calorías
$6 por porción
$35 min
2 porciones
diabetic-friendly, any cuisine
Ingredientes
- 250g lean lamb loin or leg, cut into 2cm cubes
- 100g cracked freekeh, rinsed
- 1 medium zucchini, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 400ml low-sodium vegetable broth
- 30ml (2 tablespoons) extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 15g fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 lemon, for juice
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Disponible para miembros NutriPro.
Instrucciones
- 1.In a large skillet with a lid, heat 15ml of olive oil over medium-high heat. Season the lamb cubes with salt and pepper, and brown on all sides. Remove the lamb and set aside.
- 2.Add the remaining 15ml of olive oil to the skillet. Sauté the chopped onion for 3-4 minutes until soft. Stir in the minced garlic, cumin, and coriander, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
- 3.Add the diced zucchini and bell pepper to the skillet and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they begin to soften.
- 4.Stir in the rinsed freekeh to lightly toast it. Return the browned lamb to the skillet.
- 5.Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the freekeh is tender and has absorbed the liquid.
- 6.Remove from heat. Fluff the pilaf with a fork, then stir in the chopped fresh parsley and a generous squeeze of lemon juice. Adjust seasoning and serve immediately.
Información nutricional
60g
fat
95g
carbs
22g
fiber
74g
protein
Por qué esta receta
This recipe is excellent for blood sugar management as it features low-glycemic freekeh, providing sustained energy. It's a nutritious, balanced meal rich in lean protein from lamb, high in fiber from vegetables, and full of healthy fats and spices.