Name: Lamb Stir-Fry with Pomegranate and Yogurt
Cook time: 25 minutes
Total time: 35 minutes
Yield: Makes 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 teaspoons cumin seeds; 1 teaspoon coriander seeds; 1 1/2 pounds boneless leg of lamb, thinly sliced against the grain; 1 teaspoon paprika; 4 garlic cloves, finely chopped; 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar; 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided; Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper; 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt; 1 medium red onion, cut into 1/2" wedges; Cooked rice (for serving); 1/4 cup pomegranate seeds; 2 tablespoons chopped pistachios; Fresh oregano, mint, and/or cilantro leaves (for serving)

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Lamb Stir-Fry with Pomegranate and YogurtChristina Holmes

Affordable leg of lamb is a great way to break out of the usual beef-chicken-pork rut, especially when used in a quick-cooking but complex-tasting dish like this.

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