Moroccan Lamb with Shiraz Honey Sauce

Ingredients

• 1 kg of diced lamb
• 2 onions, chopped
• 4 cloves of garlic, crushed
• 2 teaspoons of cumin
• 2 teaspoons of paprika
• 2 teaspoons of ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon of cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon of turmeric
• 1 teaspoon of black pepper
• 2 tablespoons of tomato paste
• 1 cup of red wine
• 1 cup of beef stock
• 1/2 cup of honey
• 1/2 cup of Shiraz

Directions

1. In a large pot, heat some oil over medium-high heat and add the diced lamb. Cook for about 5 minutes until the lamb is browned.
2. Add the onion and garlic and cook for another 3 minutes.
3. Add the cumin, paprika, ginger, cinnamon, turmeric and black pepper and cook for another 2 minutes.
4. Add the tomato paste, red wine, beef stock, honey and Shiraz and stir to combine.
5. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and let simmer for 30 minutes.
6. Serve with some cooked rice or couscous.

Interesting Facts

• This dish is a traditional Moroccan dish, but is also popular in many other parts of the world.
• The combination of the sweet honey and spicy Shiraz is the perfect combination for this dish.
• The spices used in this dish are all common ingredients in Moroccan cuisine.