Moroccan-Style Lamb Shanks with Apricots Recipe

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Moroccan-Style Lamb Shanks with Apricots
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  1. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a heavy pot over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and cook until they release their aroma for about 1 minute. Stir in the onions, garlic, and sweet potatoes. Reduce heat to medium-low; cover and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally so potatoes don't stick.
  2. Put the lamb shanks in the pot and brown on all sides, about 8 minutes. Add tomatoes, apricots, and harissa. Season with salt and pepper. If mixture seems a bit dry, add a splash of water. Bring to a boil, then lower heat and cover. Simmer until meat is tender and falling off the bone, one hour or more, depending on the size of the shanks. Stir occasionally.
  3. Heat a small skillet over low heat and add the slivered almonds. Stir and cook until almonds are lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
  4. Place couscous in a large bowl and slowly pour in lukewarm water until just covered. Let sit until water is absorbed, about 10 minutes. Toss couscous with 2 tablespoons olive oil and toasted almonds. Transfer to a serving dish. Spoon the lamb over the couscous and serve.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 2477.87 Kcal (10374 kJ)
Calories from fat 1581.01 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 175.67g 270%
Cholesterol 344.74mg 115%
Sodium 311.43mg 13%
Potassium 3036.83mg 65%
Total Carbs 118.4g 39%
Sugars 55.83g 223%
Dietary Fiber 24.58g 98%
Protein 120.43g 241%
Vitamin C 12.5mg 21%
Vitamin A 0.7mg 22%
Iron 17.5mg 97%
Calcium 487.7mg 49%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 265.62 Kcal (1112 kJ)
Calories from fat 169.48 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 18.83g 270%
Cholesterol 36.95mg 115%
Sodium 33.38mg 13%
Potassium 325.54mg 65%
Total Carbs 12.69g 39%
Sugars 5.99g 223%
Dietary Fiber 2.63g 98%
Protein 12.91g 241%
Vitamin C 1.3mg 21%
Vitamin A 0.1mg 22%
Iron 1.9mg 97%
Calcium 52.3mg 49%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 63.4
    Points
  • 67
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • very low sodium,
  • good source of fiber

Bad Points

  • High in Sugar,
  • High in Total Fat

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