3 lbs boneless lamb, cut into bite-size pieces (leg or shoulder) |
4 -6 tablespoons olive oil |
3 medium onions, chopped |
2 tablespoons minced fresh garlic |
2 teaspoons dried red chili pepper flakes (optional or to taste) |
1 (5 ounce) can tomato paste |
1 large bay leaf |
1 (28 ounce) can whole tomatoes, undrained |
1 cup dry red wine (can use a little more wine) |
1/2-3/4 cup currants |
2 tablespoons brown sugar |
2 teaspoons cumin |
1 -2 teaspoon grated orange rind |
1 cinnamon stick |
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley |
salt & fresh ground pepper (to taste) |