Timen ajami (spiced lamb skillet)

6 Servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
2tablespoonsVegetable oil
1largeOnion, chopped
poundsGround lean beef or lamb
¼teaspoonAllspice, ground
¼teaspoonMadras curry powder
Salt & pepper to taste
2tablespoonsRose water
½cupCurrants, dried
½cupAlmonds, chopped

Directions

Heat oil in a large skillet. Add onion. Saute until onion is tender.

Add meat. Cook until browned and crumbly. Drain off fat, if necessary. Add allspice, curry powder, salt and pepper to cooked meat. Cook 3 minutes to blend flavours. Add remaining ingredients.

Reduce heat and cover. Simmer over low heat 15 minutes, stirring to prevent sticking. Serve hot.