Spiced Lamb with Whole Grain Couscous

Ingredients

• 1 pound lamb
• 1 cup grain couscous
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon coriander
• 0.5 teaspoon cinnamon
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 medium onion
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 0.25 cup parsley
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 2 cups chicken broth

Instructions

1. 1Cook whole grain couscous according to package instructions using chicken broth instead of water for added flavor. Set aside.
2. 2Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add one tablespoon of olive oil.
3. 3Add minced garlic and diced onion to the skillet, sautéing until translucent.
4. 4Incorporate the lean ground lamb into the skillet, breaking it apart with a spoon.
5. 5Season the lamb with cumin, smoked paprika, coriander, and cinnamon. Cook until the lamb is browned.
6. 6Reduce the heat to low and let the lamb simmer for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
7. 7While the lamb simmers, halve cherry tomatoes and chop the fresh parsley.
8. 8Fluff the cooked whole grain couscous with a fork and stir in lemon zest.
9. 9Once the lamb is cooked, remove it from heat and let it rest for a few minutes.
10. 10Serve the spiced lamb over the fluffy whole grain couscous.
11. 11Garnish with fresh parsley and cherry tomatoes before serving.
12. 12Drizzle the remaining tablespoon of olive oil over the dish to enhance the flavor.