Spicy Lamb with Herby Couscous and Crunchy Chard

Spiced marinated lamb served alongside citrus-infused couscous and crispy deep-fried chard coated in a crunchy couscous crust.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 1385.4 kcals 1385.4 kcals
Carbohydrates 151.7 grams 151.7 grams
Fat 64.2 grams 64.2 grams
Protein 52.8 grams 52.8 grams
Cook Time
10 mins
Produces
1 person
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

Dairy
1
piece
Egg
free-range, beaten
Fruits
1
piece
Lemon
zest only
1
piece
Lime
zest only
1
piece
Orange
juice only
GrainsCereals
200
g
Couscous
for the base
5
tbsp
5
tbsp
Couscous
for coating
Liquids
250
ml
Meat
1
piece
NutsSeeds
1
tsp
Cumin
ground
0.5
tsp
0.5
tsp
Coriander
ground
OilsFats
15
ml
Oil
for marinade
250
ml
Vegetable Oil
for frying
Vegetables
5
piece
Chard
green parts only

Steps

  • Crush spices in a pestle and mortar and mix with oil.
  • Rub the spice mixture into the lamb chop.
  • Marinate the meat for ten minutes.
  • Cook lamb in a hot griddle pan for 5 minutes, turning once, then rest for 4 minutes.
  • Combine couscous with lemon zest, lime zest, and orange juice in a bowl.
  • Pour 250ml hot vegetable stock over the couscous and let stand covered for 3 minutes.
  • Fluff the couscous with a fork.
  • Dredge chard in flour, dip in beaten egg, and coat thoroughly with couscous.
  • Fry chard in hot oil for 2 to 3 minutes until golden and drain on kitchen paper.
  • Serve the crunchy chard and couscous over the lamb.