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Rich Moroccan Lamb Knuckles with Chickpea Stew

Name: Rich Moroccan Lamb Knuckles with Chickpea Stew
Prep time: 70 min
Cook time: 210 min
Total time: 280 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: Lamb knuckles, 4 pieces; Salt, 1 tsp; Black pepper, 1/2 tsp; Olive oil, 2 tbsp; Ground cumin, 2 tsp; Ground coriander, 1 tsp; Ground cinnamon, 1/2 tsp; Ground ginger, 1/2 tsp; Turmeric, 1/2 tsp; Cayenne pepper, 1/4 tsp; Onion, 1 large, finely chopped; Garlic, 3 cloves, minced; Canned chickpeas, 2 cups, drained and rinsed; Diced tomatoes, 1 can (14 oz); Lamb or beef stock, 2 cups; Tomato paste, 2 tbsp; Dried apricots, 1/4 cup, chopped; Salt, To taste; Black pepper, To taste; Fresh cilantro, Chopped; Lemon wedges

Succulent lamb knuckles braised with aromatic spices and hearty chickpeas create a comforting dish that melds the rich flavors of Moroccan cuisine with a satisfying, hearty stew.

4.2(517 reviews)

·By Ethan Brooks·September 27, 2025

Rich Moroccan Lamb Knuckles with Chickpea Stew — Main Course served and photographed from above

Prep

1 h 10 min

Cook

3 h 30 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Lamb Knuckles

For the Moroccan Spice Mix

For the Chickpea Stew

For Garnishing

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 562 kcal
Protein: 44.75 g
Carbs: 36.5 g
Fat: 29.75 g
Fiber: 8 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 2249 kcal
Protein: 179 g
Carbs: 146 g
Fat: 119 g
Fiber: 32 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
Lamb knuckles 4 pieces	1200	140	0	80	0
Salt 1 tsp	0	0	0	0	0
Black pepper 1/2 tsp	3	0	1	0	1
Olive oil 2 tbsp	240	0	0	28	0
Ground cumin 2 tsp	16	0	3	1	2
Ground coriander 1 tsp	5	0	1	0	1
Ground cinnamon 1/2 tsp	3	0	1	0	1
Ground ginger 1/2 tsp	2	0	0	0	0
Turmeric 1/2 tsp	4	0	1	0	0
Cayenne pepper 1/4 tsp	1	0	0	0	0
Onion 1 large, finely chopped	60	2	14	0	3
Garlic 3 cloves, minced	15	1	3	0	0
Canned chickpeas 2 cups, drained and rinsed	480	24	80	8	16
Diced tomatoes 1 can (14 oz)	60	3	14	0	4
Lamb or beef stock 2 cups	40	8	0	2	0
Tomato paste 2 tbsp	30	1	7	0	2
Dried apricots 1/4 cup, chopped	80	0	21	0	2
Salt To taste	0	0	0	0	0
Black pepper To taste	0	0	0	0	0
Fresh cilantro Chopped	0	0	0	0	0
Lemon wedges	0	0	0	0	0

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Marinating the Lamb Knuckles

1
Mix the spice mix
In a small bowl, mix all the ingredients of the Moroccan spice mix.
2
Season the lamb
Rub the lamb knuckles with the spice mix, salt, and pepper.
3
Rest
Let the marinated lamb rest for 1 hour in the fridge.

Preparing the Chickpea Stew Base

1
Sauté aromatics
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onions and garlic, sauté until soft and translucent.
2
Combine ingredients
Stir in the chickpeas, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and chopped apricots.
Tip: Ensure chickpeas are cooked through; hard chickpeas can ruin the texture.

How to Make Rich Moroccan Lamb Knuckles with Chickpea Stew

Total time: 4 h 40 min · Yields 4 servings

1
Browning the Lamb Knuckles
In a skillet, heat 1 tbsp olive oil over medium-high heat and brown the lamb knuckles on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.
2
Simmering the Stew
Add the lamb knuckles to the chickpea mixture in the pot, then add the stock. Bring to a simmer, cover, and lower the heat.
3
Braising
Cook for about 2 hours, or until the lamb is tender and the flavors have melded.