These Pomegranate Honey Lamb Tacos are a delightful fusion of flavors, combining the sweetness of pomegranate and honey with savory lamb. This Tacos Recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a festive gathering.
The preparation is straightforward, allowing you to enjoy a delicious meal with minimal effort. You can customize the toppings to your liking, making it a versatile dish for everyone.
Delicious Pomegranate Honey Lamb Tacos
This recipe features tender lamb marinated in a pomegranate-honey glaze, grilled to perfection, and served in warm tortillas. It takes about 30 minutes to prepare and serves 4 people.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground lamb
- 1/4 cup pomegranate juice
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup chopped red onion
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, combine pomegranate juice, honey, olive oil, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Marinate the Lamb: Add the ground lamb to the marinade and mix until well coated. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Cook the Lamb: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated lamb and cook, breaking it apart with a spatula, until browned and cooked through (about 8-10 minutes).
- Warm the Tortillas: In a separate pan, warm the tortillas over medium heat until pliable.
- Assemble the Tacos: Spoon the cooked lamb into each tortilla. Top with diced tomatoes, red onion, and feta cheese.
- Garnish and Serve: Finish with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges on the side.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 4 tacos
- Calories: 320kcal
- Fat: 20g
- Protein: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 20g