Rishta Recipe (Libyan Steamed Noodles with Lamb)

Ingredients

• 750g white flour
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 200 ml water, enough to make a firm dough
• 4 to 6 pieces lamb
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 3 to 4 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon each black pepper, turmeric, red chilli powder, ginger and cinnamon
• Oil
• 1 1/2 litres boiling water
• 4 to 5 medium onions, cut into thin wings
• 2 cups chickpeas, soaked overnight
• 1 teaspoon ground cloves
• 2 cinnamon sticks, or 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• Potatoes and pumpkin, to add to the sauce