MOROCCAN LAMB FILLET (BACKSTRAP)

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This is very simple marinade to make and is wonderful with lamb served over couscous and topped with a mint yogurt. This works particularly well with a lamb fillet (backstrap) as it is one of the better cuts of lamb and comes out so juicy and tender. I marinated my lamb in the morning before work and cooked it in the evening, it is better if you can marinate at least a few hours to allow the flavours to come through. I made this with just 2 lamb fillets that were quite a good size but I think there would be enough marinade mix for 3, so I have listed 2-3 below. Prep time does not include marinating time.

Provided by The Flying Chef

Categories     Lamb/Sheep

Time 18m

Yield 2-3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 -3 lamb fillets (backstrap)
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon paprika
3 garlic cloves, crushed
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon harissa
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

  • Combine all the marinade ingredients in bowl, add lamb and turn to coat each fillet well. Marinade several hours in the fridge.
  • Heat a little oil on a grill plate or fry pan, add lamb and cook each side until browned and cooked as desired. (mine were quite thick and it was about 4-5 Min's a side to get a nice pink center.).
  • Remove lamb from heat and allow to rest 5 Min's, slice thickly and serve.
  • Serve lamb over couscous with a mint yogurt sauce.

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