The roasted lamb glistens under the zesty apricot glaze, displaying a lovely contrast with the vibrant assortment of cooked mixed vegetables. The dish is decorated with fresh mint leaves and pomegranate seeds for a pop of color, sprinkled over the lamb and around the dish.

Paleo Roasted Lamb with Spiced Apricot Glaze

Name: Paleo Roasted Lamb with Spiced Apricot Glaze
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients: Lamb Rack, 2 racks (about 7 ribs each) fat trimmed; Dried Apricots, 1 cup chopped; Mint Leaves, 1/4 cup finely chopped; Pomegranate seeds, 2 tbsp for garnish; Cumin seeds, 1 tsp crushed; Cayenne Pepper, 1/2 tsp; Cinnamon, 1/2 tsp ground; Lemon, 2 zest and juice; Olive Oil, 1 tbsp; Salt, to taste; Black Pepper, to taste

Category Main Course

Prep 15 minutes

Cook 40 minutes

Style Middle Eastern

Technique Roasting

Diet Friendly Paleo

Daily Recipe: September 08, 2023

Introducing a Paleo Middle Eastern culinary masterpiece that brings the full richness of Middle Eastern flavors to your table. This recipe features a mouth-watering combination of lamb and apricots, among other treats nature has to offer.

Ingredients (for 4)

Lamb rack - 2 racks (about 7 ribs each) - fat trimmed
Dried apricots - 1 cup - chopped
Mint leaves - 1/4 cup - finely chopped
Pomegranate seeds - 2 tbsp - for garnish
Cumin seeds - 1 tsp - crushed
Cayenne pepper - 1/2 tsp
Cinnamon - 1/2 tsp - ground
Lemon - 2 - zest and juice
Olive oil - 1 tbsp
Salt - to taste
Black pepper - to taste

Preparation

Step 1 - 🌡️🔥🕓

Preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C).
Step 2 - 🧂🌶️🥩

Season the lamb racks with salt, black pepper, crushed cumin seeds and cayenne pepper.
Step 3 - 🍳🔥🥩

Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Then, sear the lamb racks on all sides until browned. This should take about 5-7 minutes.
Step 4 - 🥩🍳⏲️

Move the seared lamb to a roasting pan, bone-side down, and put it in the preheated oven. Roast for 20-25 minutes.
Step 5 - 🍑🍋🥘

While the lamb is roasting, combine the chopped apricots, cinnamon, lemon zest, and lemon juice in a pan over medium heat. Let it simmer until it forms a thick glaze.
Step 6 - 🥩🍑🔥

Brush the lamb with half of the apricot glaze, and roast for another 5-10 minutes.
Step 7 - 🥩⏲️🍽️

Rest the lamb for 5 minutes before cutting into individual chops.
Step 8 - 🥩🍑🌿🍽️

Serve the lamb chops with the remaining apricot glaze and garnish with fresh mint leaves and pomegranate seeds.

Additional

This dish is bursting with flavors and elements that beautifully combine the traditions of Middle Eastern cuisine with the health-conscious Paleo diet. Pair it with a refreshing cucumber and tomato salad for a complete meal. Fun fact, apricots originally hail from Armenia and are considered one of the oldest fruits grown in the Middle East, dating back thousands of years.