Fuzzwah's Recipes

Lamb

Lamb with Olive & Cauliflower Pilaf

Cumin-and-coriander lamb backstraps seared and rested, served over a cauliflower pilaf with marinated olives, currants, lemon and fresh herbs.

Prep 10 min
Cook 20 min
Total 30 min
Serves 4 Servings
Lamb with Olive & Cauliflower Pilaf
lamb quick

Directions

1

Place lamb on a plate. Add 2 teaspoons oil, 1 teaspoon cumin and 1 teaspoon coriander. Season. Turn to coat. Set aside to marinate.

2

Meanwhile, process cauliflower in a food processor until finely chopped. Heat remaining oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat. Add olives and currants. Cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Add lemon rind and remaining cumin and coriander. Cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Add the cauliflower. Cook, stirring, for 2 minutes. Season well. Add half the lemon juice. Cook, covered, stirring occasionally, for 3-4 minutes or until just tender. Set aside to cool slightly.

3

Heat a non-stick frying pan over medium heat. Cook lamb, turning, for 6 minutes for medium or until cooked to your liking. Remove pan from heat. Drizzle with honey and remaining lemon juice. Set aside for 3 minutes to rest. Slice lamb.

4

Stir the shallot and herbs into cauliflower mixture. Divide among plates. Top with lamb and yoghurt, if using, and drizzle with pan juices. Sprinkle with pine nuts.