Tandoori Lamb with Cous Cous & Mint Yoghourt PDF Print E-mail

A tasty meal that's good for the lunchbox the next day too.

mint_leavesServes 4-5

1 cup fat free natural yoghourt
2 tablespoons tandoori paste
500g lean lamb fillets, diced
1 cup instant couscous
1 cup orange juice
¼ cup sultanas
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
¼ cup slivered almonds, toasted
1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint
1 tablespoon lemon juice

  • Combine half the yoghourt and tandoori paste and marinate lamb for 30 minutes or overnight.
  • Barbecue or grill until just cooked.
  • Heat orange juice, add couscous and stand until liquid absorbed, about 5 minutes.  Fluff with a fork and add sultanas, nuts and parsley.
  • Combine remaining yoghurt with mint and lemon juice and serve with lamb and couscous.

Serve with:

  • Microwave some pappadums for a crunchy treat
  • Grated carrot and fresh mint salad
  • Make some steamed rice as a back up for fussy eaters