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Harissa Lamb Cutlets with Couscous

Harissa Lamb Cutlets with Couscous

Prep time: 30 minServes: 4

Pairs with

Harissa's heat and lamb's richness want a red with fruit — medium-bodied, with soft tannins that tame the chilli without taking over.

Ingredients

  • 12 lamb cutlets
  • 3 tbsp harissa
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • Couscous: 200g couscous, 1 lemon, mint, parsley, pomegranate seeds, olive oil
  • Turkish yoghurt
  • Salt

Method

  1. 11. Mix harissa, olive oil and honey. Rub into the lamb cutlets. Marinate at least 15 minutes.
  2. 22. Pour boiling water over the couscous, cover 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
  3. 33. Mix the couscous with lemon juice, olive oil, mint, parsley and pomegranate seeds.
  4. 44. Grill or fry the cutlets 3 minutes per side for medium.
  5. 55. Serve with couscous and a dollop of yoghurt.