Lamb Leg Steak with Harissa Sauce and Couscous Salad

Lamb Leg Steak with Harissa Sauce and Couscous Salad preparation time
Prep: 10 minutes
Lamb Leg Steak with Harissa Sauce and Couscous Salad cook time
Cook: 10 minutes
Lamb Leg Steak with Harissa Sauce and Couscous Salad preparation time Serves: 4
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Method

  • Rub lamb steaks with olive oil, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Set aside for 5minutes while you prepare the other ingredients.
  • For the Couscous Salad - Place the couscous in a bowl, pour over the hot stock, cover, and let it sit for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork, then mix in the olive oil, cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, cumin, lemon juice, and fresh coriander—season with salt and pepper.
  • For the Harissa Sauce - Mix harissa paste, olive oil, garlic, and lemon juice in a small bowl. Set aside.
  • To cook the Lamb - Pre heat the grill to high and cook the lamb for 2 - 3 minutes per side for medium-rare(or longer if you prefer it well done).
  • Pan-fry: Heat a pan over medium-high heat and cook for 2 - 3 minutes on each side.
  • Place the lamb steaks on plates, spoon over the harissa sauce, and serve with couscous salad.

Ingredients

  • 4 Northern Ireland Farm Quality Assured Lamb Leg Steaks
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • For the Harissa Sauce
  • 2 tbsp harissa paste
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 garlic glove minced
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • For the Couscous Salad
  • 200 g couscous
  • 250 ml hot vegetable or chicken stock
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small cucumber diced
  • 10 cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1/2 red onion finely chopped
  • A small handful of fresh coriander chopped
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • The juice of 1/2 lemon