Fonio stir fry with lamb chops

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup Nafajama fonio
  • 2 cups water
  • 2 lamb chops, bone-in
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced into thin strips
  • 1 yellow onion, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
  • Juice of 1/2 lemon
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)

Instructions

  • In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the fonio and a pinch of salt, then reduce the heat to low and cover. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, until the fonio has absorbed all the water.
  • Remove from heat and let it sit for 5 minutes, then fluff the fonio with a fork.
  • Preheat the oven to 400°F. Season the lamb chops with salt and pepper on both sides. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add the lamb chops and sear for 2-3 minutes per side, until browned.
  • Transfer the skillet to the oven and roast for 10-12 minutes, until the lamb chops are cooked to your desired doneness. Remove from oven and let the lamb chops rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
  • In a separate large skillet, heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the sliced red bell pepper and onion, and sauté for 5-7 minutes, until softened and lightly browned. Add the minced garlic and sauté for another minute.
  • Add the cooked fonio to the skillet with the roasted peppers and onions. Stir to combine and cook for 2-3 minutes, until the fonio is heated through.
  • Remove from heat and stir in the chopped parsley, chopped mint, and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • To serve, divide the fonio stir fry among plates and top with the sliced lamb chops. Sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese, if desired. Enjoy your delicious fonio stir fry with roasted peppers, onions, and lamb chops!