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Lebanese Lamb Stew with Eggplant

Savory Lebanese Lamb Stew with Eggplant

Experience the warmth of Lebanese Lamb Stew with Eggplant, a comforting one-pot dish packed with tender lamb, silky eggplant, and warm spices.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Lebanese
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stew
  • 2 cups Eggplant Diced, can substitute with zucchini
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can use avocado oil
  • 3 pounds Lamb Boneless, cubed
  • 1 large Onion Chopped
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced, can substitute with garlic powder
  • 1 cup Red Wine Can use broth for non-alcoholic
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste
  • 1 can Canned Tomatoes Can use fresh tomatoes
  • 4 cups Lamb or Beef Stock Can use vegetable stock
  • 1 leaf Bay Leaf Omit if unavailable
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Thyme
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon Allspice
  • 1/2 teaspoon Nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Used for garnish

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and gather your ingredients.
  2. Toss diced eggplant cubes in olive oil, roast on a baking sheet for about 20 minutes until golden.
  3. In a Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high, brown cubed lamb for 5-7 minutes.
  4. Sauté chopped onions and minced garlic in the same pot for 5-6 minutes until tender.
  5. Return lamb and eggplant to pot, add red wine, tomato paste, canned tomatoes, and stock, stir well.
  6. Cover and simmer for about 2.5 to 3 hours on low heat for tender lamb and rich sauce.
  7. Taste for seasoning, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve warm with pita or rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 8gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 4mg

Notes

This dish is best the next day as flavors continue to meld. For personal touch, adjust spices according to preference.

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