Ingredients

  • 1 lb lamb shoulder or leg, thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small yellow onion, thinly sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp ground cinnamon
  • ½ tsp ground coriander
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • ¼ cup pomegranate molasses
  • ¼ cup water or broth
  • ½ cup fresh pomegranate seeds
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

Instructions

1. Preheat & Sear

  • Preheat your Platinum Medium Gourmet Skillet on low to medium heat.
  • Add olive oil and allow it to warm gradually.
  • Add lamb slices and sear until browned (about 3–4 minutes per side).
  • Remove and set aside.

2. Build the Flavor Base

  • In the same skillet, add onions and cook until softened.
  • Add garlic and sauté briefly until fragrant.

3. Spice Infusion

  • Stir in cumin, paprika, cinnamon, and coriander.
  • Let spices bloom for 30–45 seconds to release their oils.

4. Create the Sauce

  • Add pomegranate molasses and water/broth.
  • Stir well, scraping any fond from the skillet surface.

5. Combine & Simmer

  • Return lamb to the skillet.
  • Cover and cook on low heat for 10–15 minutes until tender.

6. Finish

  • Stir in lemon juice and half the pomegranate seeds.
  • Garnish with remaining seeds and fresh parsley.