Moroccan Lamb Meatloaf

Name: Moroccan Lamb Meatloaf
Yield: SERVES 8 TO 10
Ingredients: 1 large onion, minced (2 cups); 1 cup rolled oats; 1/2 cup coarsely chopped fresh cilantro; 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint; 3 tablespoons plain yogurt; 2 tablespoons tahini; 4 large cloves garlic, chopped; 2 teaspoons ground allspice; 1 1/2 teaspoons ground toasted cumin (see box page 192); 1 1/2 teaspoons paprika; 3/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 2 1/2 pounds ground lamb; 1 1/2 tablespoons harissa (see Note); 1 1/2 tablespoons tomato paste

December 22, 2011

This is no ordinary meatloaf. A hefty dose of fresh herbs and dried spices means it’s packed with flavor; the yogurt, tahini, and rolled oats help keep it moist. We developed this recipe as a deli sandwich special, but it’s just as delicious eaten on its own. For best results, try to get ground lamb with 15 to 20 percent fat content; ground shoulder usually falls in this range. Meat from the leg is too lean and will result in a dry end product.

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