LAMB WITH SPICY CHICKPEAS

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A storecupboard favourite, harissa can turn a bit of meat into a real treat. Leftovers make a good salad too

Provided by Good Food team

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

4 lean lamb cutlets or chops
1 tbsp olive oil
1 red onion , chopped
1⁄2 small cauliflower , cut into small florets
2 tsp cumin seed
2 tsp harissa paste
400g can chickpea , drained and rinsed
2 tbsp chopped parsley
squeeze orange juice

Steps:

Heat grill to high. Season the lamb, then grill for 5 mins each side until browned. Meanwhile, heat the oil in a pan, add the onion, then fry for 2 mins.
Stir in the cauliflower, cumin and harissa paste, then cook for 1 min more. Add 200ml water, season well, then bring to the boil. Cover, cook for 5 mins until the cauliflower is just tender, then stir in the chickpeas and cook for 2 mins more. Stir in the parsley and orange juice, then serve with the lamb.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 521 calories, Fat 26 grams fat, SaturatedFat 8 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 30 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 8 grams sugar, Fiber 9 grams fiber, Protein 44 grams protein, Sodium 1.03 milligram of sodium