Lamb Stew with Turkish Flavors

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds lamb shoulder, cut into 3/4-inch chunks
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 medium onions, thinly sliced
  • 6 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup red-wine vinegar
  • 7 cups reduced-sodium chicken stock or broth
  • 1 (15-to 19-ounces) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
  • 1/4 cup apricot preserves or minced dried Turkish apricots
  • 2 teaspoons ground coriander
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon Maras pepper plus more for sprinkling
  • 1 teaspoon Urfa pepper plus more for sprinkling
  • 1 1/2 pounds boiling potatoes (about 4 medium)
  • 1/4 cup dried currants
  • 1/4 cup chopped oregano
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, or to taste

    • Accompaniment: rice

    Description

    The Mild Heat And Deep Flavor Of Maras And Urfa Peppers Are Wonderful Not Just In Kebabs But Also In Soups And Stews.

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