Fruity Middle Eastern Style Lamb Stew
with Couscous and Dill Yoghurt
- Milk
- Cereals containing gluten
- Soya
- May contain traces of allergens
Looking for a quick and tasty midweek dinner option? Try cooking up our Lamb Stew with Couscous & Dill Yoghurt in just 20 minutes for a delicious and speedy meal.
Ingredients
1
Dill
1
Chicken Stock Powder
200
Lamb Mince
30
Tomato Puree
1
Garlic Clove
75
Low Fat Natural Yoghurt
(Contains: Milk)
50
Harissa Paste
120
Couscous
(Contains: Cereals containing gluten May be present: Soya)
1
Ground Cumin
40
Prunes
2
Carrot
1
Red Onion
Not included in your delivery
100
Water for the Lamb
240
Water for the Couscous
Nutrition Values
Utensils
Cooking Steps
a) Preheat your oven to 200°C. b) Trim the carrot then slice into thin rounds. c) Pop the carrots onto a baking tray and drizzle with oil, season with salt and pepper and scatter over the cumin. d) Toss to coat then spread out in a single layer. e) Roast until soft and golden, 15-16 mins, turning halfway through.
a) Meanwhile, pour the water for the couscous (see ingredients for amount) and half the stock powder into a saucepan and bring to the boil. b) When boiling, remove from the heat, stir in the couscous and pop a lid on the pan. c) Leave to the side for 8-10 mins or until ready to serve.
a) Meanwhile, heat a drizzle of oil in a frying pan on high heat. When the pan is hot, add the lamb mince and cook until browned, 5-6 mins. b) Use a wooden spoon to break it up as it cooks. c) Meanwhile, halve, peel and chop the red onion into small pieces. d) Roughly chop the prunes. e) Roughly chop the dill (stalks and all). f) Peel and grate the garlic (or use a garlic press).
a) Lower the heat of the lamb pan to medium and add the onion. b) Cook until soft, 3-4 mins. c) Stir in the garlic, tomato purée and harissa paste. Cook for 1 minute more. d) Add the water (see ingredients for amount) to the lamb mixture, along with the remaining stock powder and the prunes. e) Stir together and bring to a gentle simmer. f) Cook until the mixture is thick and saucy, 5-7 mins, adding a splash of water if the sauce is a little thick. g) Season to taste with salt and pepper if needed.
a) Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mix the yogurt with half the dill. Season with salt and pepper. b) Carefully fluff up the couscous with a fork, stir through the remaining dill and season with salt and pepper.
a) Divide the couscous between bowls and spoon over the lamb mixture. b) Top with the roasted carrots and spoon over the dill yoghurt.c) Enjoy!
Customer reviews
Review summary
Updated on Aug 2026- Flavour: The lamb and harissa sauce is warmly spiced and full of flavour, with the prunes adding a pleasing sweetness that balances the heat. The cumin-roasted carrots are a popular addition, though some find the overall dish a little mild or, conversely, spicier than expected.
- Ease of prep: Most find this straightforward and quick to pull together, though a few note it takes closer to 35–40 minutes rather than the stated 20.
- Suggestions: Drain or blot excess fat from the lamb mince after browning to keep the dish from feeling greasy. If the harissa makes it too hot for your household, use half the amount and add more to adult portions at the end; a squeeze of lemon juice also helps cut through the richness. Consider cooking the carrots in an air fryer or a dry frying pan with cumin to avoid heating the oven for just that one element. To add more body to the couscous, stir through fresh mint, lemon zest, or a handful of extra herbs before serving.
- Next-day meals: Leftovers reheat well and some find the flavours deepen overnight, making it a great option for a next-day lunch.
- Portions: A number of reviewers felt the lamb mince was on the small side relative to the couscous, and suggest adding extra veg such as green beans, red pepper, or chickpeas to bulk the dish out.
