A vibrant and aromatic Paleo dish featuring tender lamb chops with a flavorful cauliflower and date 'couscous'. This grain-free, satisfying meal is packed with authentic Moroccan spices for a unique and healthy dining experience.
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Ingredients
- 4 lamb chops (approx. 400g total)
- 1 medium head cauliflower (approx. 500g)
- 1 red bell pepper
- 1 small red onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 4 pitted dates, chopped
- 45 ml olive oil
- 1/2 lemon, juiced
- 1 small handful fresh mint, chopped
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1.Pat the lamb chops dry. In a small bowl, mix 15 ml olive oil with the cumin, coriander, turmeric, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Rub the spice mix all over the lamb chops and set aside.
- 2.Grate the cauliflower using a box grater or pulse it in a food processor until it resembles couscous. Finely dice the red onion, red bell pepper, and mince the garlic.
- 3.Heat 15 ml of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the lamb chops and cook for 3-4 minutes per side for medium-rare, or until cooked to your liking. Remove from the pan and let them rest.
- 4.In the same skillet, add the remaining 15 ml of olive oil. Sauté the diced onion and bell pepper for 4-5 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- 5.Add the riced cauliflower to the skillet. Cook, stirring frequently, for 5-7 minutes until it's tender but still has a slight bite.
- 6.Stir in the chopped dates, fresh mint, and lemon juice. Season the cauliflower 'couscous' with salt and pepper to taste and mix well.
- 7.Serve the spiced lamb chops immediately alongside a generous portion of the warm cauliflower 'couscous'.
Nutrition Information
Why this recipe
This recipe is packed with high-quality protein from lamb for muscle support and is grain-free, using cauliflower as a low-carb, fiber-rich base. The natural sweetness from dates and antioxidant-rich spices create a balanced, nutrient-dense Paleo meal.
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