Lamb Breast with Apricots and Prunes

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Lamb Breast with Apricots and Prunes is a savory-sweet, slow-cooked dish featuring tender lamb breast braised with dried apricots and prunes. It is a classic example of Middle Eastern or North African-inspired cuisine, where meat is often paired with dried fruits to create a rich, aromatic stew.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is high in protein and fat, with a moderate amount of carbohydrates from the dried fruit. It provides a good source of iron, potassium, and B vitamins, with a rough calorie estimate of 450-550 kcal per serving.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	480 kcal
Protein	35 g
Carbs	30 g
Fat	24 g
Fiber	5 g
Sugar	22 g
Sodium	380 mg
Iron	4.5 mg
Potassium	650 mg
Vitamin A	1200 IU
Vitamin B12	2.8 mcg
Zinc	5.2 mg
Phosphorus	320 mg
Selenium	25 mcg
Niacin (B3)	8.5 mg

Per 1 serving (approx. 300 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

The combination of savory lamb with sweet, tangy dried fruits is a hallmark of many historical trade route cuisines, reflecting the use of preserved ingredients to add flavor and nutrition. Nutritionally, the prunes and apricots add fiber and antioxidants, balancing the richness of the lamb.