Ground Lamb Rice Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground lamb (preferably 80% lean for moisture and flavor)
• 1 cup long-grain white rice (rinsed under cold water until clear)
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 medium tomato, diced
• 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped (optional, but adds refreshing aroma)
• Ground cumin 1 teaspoon
• Ground coriander 1 teaspoon
• Paprika 1/2 teaspoon
• Ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon
• Salt 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper 1/2 teaspoon
• 2 tablespoons olive oil (for sautéing)
• 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth (for cooking rice and layering flavors)
• Juice of 1/2 lemon (to brighten the dish at the end)