LAMB CURRY WITH APRICOTS

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My husband, who absolutely loves a good curry, fell in love with this recipe!

Provided by DJanis R

Categories     Other Main Dishes

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 17

LAMB MEATBALLS:
1/2 c pine nuts
1 lb ground lamb
2 tsp ground sea salt
1 Tbsp ground black pepper
1 Tbsp curry powder
2 tsp ground turmeric
CURRY SAUCE
1/4 c olive oil
2 Tbsp chopped fresh garlic
1/2 c pine nuts
2 c water
2 1/2 c greek yogurt
4 Tbsp curry powder
3 tsp sea salt
1 tsp ground cumin
3/4 c dried apricots, halved

Steps:

  • 1. Add 1/4 cup olive oil to large skillet and set over medium-high heat for 2 minutes. Add 1 cup pine nuts and toast in skillet till a light golden color, set aside in bowl. Do not drain skillet of oil.
  • 2. Prepare Lamb Meatballs: In a medium mixing bowl combine lamb, 1/2 cup of the toasted pine nuts, sea salt, black pepper, curry powder, and turmeric. Form into 2" balls. Place in skillet over medium-high heat till brown, about 10 minutes. Do not drain oil.
  • 3. Add water and stir about 3 minutes. Stir in yogurt until blended. Add pine nuts and rest of ingredients, stirring frequently. Cook on medium-high heat for about 7-10 minutes until sauce thickens (similar to slightly watery gravy). Stir frequently so as not to let bottom settle and burn.
  • 4. Serve with your choice of rice or couscous. Enjoy!!

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