Cinnamon-scented lamb with eggplant

Cinnamon-scented lamb with eggplant

Cinnamon-scented lamb with eggplant

A wonderfully harmonious recipe from that ever-reliable master of flavour, Neil Perry, combining the sweetness of slow-braised lamb shoulder with aromatic spices, meltingly soft roast eggplant, fresh mint and tangy, sweet-sour, vinegar-soaked raisins. Pile it into bowls midweek with a side of mash, or make it the centrepiece of a weekend dinner party, with cous cous and the full Middle-Eastern leaning spread. 

To Serve

This dish can go so many ways. Treat it as a family-style casserole and serve with buttered mash and a salad, green beans or big pile of garlicky spinach or kale. Or dress it up with a bed of cous cous stirred through with almonds, preserved lemon and spring onions. Slivered green pistachios finish the dish nicely.

 

Ingredients

Lamb (33%), eggplant (30%), crushed tomatoes (tomato puree, citric acid), onion, chicken stock (water, free range chicken bones, onion, carrot, celery, garlic, bay leaves, parsley, black pepper), raisins, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, mint, cinnamon, salt, parsley, coriander ground, cumin ground, red wine vinegar (sulphites), turmeric

Nutritional Info

Serving Size: 295g Ave Quantity
Per Serving 		Ave Quantity
Per 100g
ENERGY 1924 kJ 652 kJ
PROTEIN 45.0 g 15.2 g
FAT (TOTAL) 21.2 g 7.2 g
-SATURATED 8.8 g 3.0 g
CARBOHYDRATE 21.1 g 7.2 g
-SUGARS 9.8 g 3.3 g
SODIUM 702 mg 238 mg

Allergens

Does contain: sulphites

May contain: crustaceans, eggs, fish, gluten, lupin, milk, molluscs, peanuts, sesame, soy, tree nuts, wheat
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SIZE GUIDE

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Serves 2

SERVES 2

590g - serves 2 

To Cook

prep level
No Prep, Microwavable

DEFROSTED: Pierce the film and microwave for 3-4 minutes or until piping hot. Alternatively, empty into a saucepan and heat gently until piping hot. FROZEN: Pierce the film and microwave for 4 minutes then stir and heat for a further 2-3 minutes or until heated through. 

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197 reviews
  • Karen G.
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    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    13 seconds ago
    Healthy and tasy meal

    I am new to The dinner ladies and was so appreciative of the lovely flavours and quality of the food. The cinnaon-scented lamb was excellent. The eggplant was lovely and creamy and the lamb tender..

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  • Keith W.
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    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    2 days ago
    Really tadty with lots of tender meat

    A really generous and tasty dish that is now probably number 1 on my re-order list.

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  • Kara G.
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    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    1 week ago
    Family favourite

    Loved by the whole family. We will definitely reorder.

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  • Grace C.
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    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    2 weeks ago
    Delicious!

    Super delicious as always. Enjoyed by kids and adults alike.

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  • Kerry S.
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    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    2 weeks ago
    On the favourites list!

    Thoroughly enjoyed this meal! You can definitely smell and taste the cinnamon, something I love about Dinner Ladies, always true to name and so well seasoned. My partner isn’t a a fan of eggplant but he loved this dish! Highly recommend you try it!

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