Traditional Mutancana

Ingredients

• 500g lamb cubes
• 10 dried apricots
• 10 dried figs
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1/2 cup almonds
• 1 onion
• 2 tbsp butterInstead: olive oil
• 1 cup hot water

Calories are an editor’s estimate per serving, not a lab measurement.

Method

1. 1

   Sauté the lamb in butter until it releases and absorbs its juices.

2. 2

   Add finely chopped onions and cook until translucent.

3. 3

   Add hot water and simmer until the meat is tender.

4. 4

   Add the dried fruits and almonds, cooking for another 10 minutes.

5. 5

   Finally, stir in the honey and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Note. Add the figs last to prevent them from darkening.