Spicy Lamb Tacos
Ingredients:
Taco shells: 8
Lamb shoulder (cut into bite-sized pieces): 500 g
Olive oil: 2 tbsp
Garlic (minced): 2 cloves
Onion (chopped): 1
Red bell pepper (chopped): 1
Jalapeño (finely chopped): 1
Cumin powder: 1 tsp
Paprika: 1 tsp
Chili powder: 1 tsp
Salt: To taste
Black pepper: To taste
Fresh cilantro (chopped): For garnish
Lime wedges: For serving
Marinade for Lamb
Olive oil: 2 tbsp
Lime juice: 2 tbsp
Garlic (minced): 2 cloves
Ground cumin: 1 tsp
Paprika: 1 tsp
Chili powder: 1 tsp
Salt: To taste
Black pepper: To taste
Pico de Gallo
Tomato (diced): 2
Red onion (finely chopped): 1/2
Fresh cilantro (chopped): 2 tbsp
Jalapeño (finely chopped): 1
Lime juice: 1 tbsp
Salt: To taste
Guacamole
Avocado: 2
Lime juice: 2 tbsp
Garlic (minced): 1 clove
Salt: To taste
Fresh cilantro (chopped): 1 tbsp
Steps:
Marinate the Lamb: In a bowl, combine 2 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp lime juice, minced garlic, ground cumin, paprika, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Add the lamb pieces and toss to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best results.
Prepare the Pico de Gallo: In a bowl, combine the diced tomato, finely chopped red onion, chopped cilantro, finely chopped jalapeño, lime juice, and salt. Mix well and set aside.
Prepare the Guacamole: In another bowl, mash the avocados and mix in the lime juice, minced garlic, salt, and chopped cilantro. Set aside.
Cook the Lamb: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, cooking until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Add the marinated lamb pieces, red bell pepper, and finely chopped jalapeño. Cook until the lamb is browned and cooked through, about 10-12 minutes.
Warm the Taco Shells: Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Place the prebought taco shells on a baking sheet and warm in the oven for about 5 minutes, or until heated through.
Assemble the Tacos: Fill each taco shell with a portion of the cooked lamb mixture. Top with pico de gallo and a dollop of guacamole.
Garnish and Serve: Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges on the side.