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Homemade Poultry Seasoning

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This homemade poultry seasoning recipe is a pantry staple and it’s so easy to make on your own. It’s the perfect blend of spices to use in your favorite turkey, chicken, or stuffing recipe. 

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Blender Whipped Cream

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This Blender Whipped Cream recipe is such a quick and easy way to make homemade whipped cream. Just a few simple ingredients, you can have your fresh whipped cream in less than a few minutes.

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Air Fryer Turkey Legs Recipe: Quick, Flavorful, and Perfectly Seasoned

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These Air Fryer Turkey Legs are roasted in the Air Fryer and are nice and crisp on the outside while perfectly juicy on the inside. Take a trip to your favorite fair with this easy recipe. 

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Full Recipe/Instructions can be found at the bottom of the post in the recipe card after the helpful tips and tricks in the post.

I’ve been thinking a ton about the Fair. It’s been a while since I’ve gone, but whenever I go, I always seek out the booth that sells the giant turkey legs. Holding a huge turkey leg while walking through the Fair brings back great memories. Forget the rides, forget the prizes; it’s all about the food. 

These roasted turkey legs would be perfect for a weeknight meal or even if you wanted to serve them up for the Thanksgiving Holiday. I cook them in the Air Fryer as it keeps the turkey leg nice and crispy on the outside and nice and moist on the inside. 

Ingredients Needed

Ingredient amounts and full recipe instructions are on the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post.

  • Turkey Legs - Choose fresh or fully thawed turkey legs, as these will cook more evenly and crisp better in the air fryer. Typically, grocery stores carry them in packs of two or three, and they are often around 10–12 ounces each.
  • Oil and Seasonings - Olive oil, smoked paprika, brown sugar, seasoned salt, and garlic powder

How to Air Fry Turkey Legs

First, combine your seasonings. I use salt, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and brown sugar. 

seasoning for turkey legs on a plate
raw turkey legs on cutting board

Pat dry your turkey legs, then rub your spice mixture all over your turkey legs. I make sure to rub the seasoning under the skin as well to get that flavor all over the meat. 

hands rubbing turkey legs

Then place the turkey legs in your Air Fryer basket. Lightly spray your turkey leg with a mist of cooking oil. I use my handy dandy oil spray bottle. I discuss more on why you should invest in a spray bottle in my 10 Air Fryer Tips and Tricks. 

raw seasoned turkey legs in air fryer basket

 Cook on 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 15-20 minutes. Flip your turkey leg and lightly spray again and cook for another 15-20 minutes. 

Remove your turkey leg. Use a quick read thermometer to ensure that your turkey leg is done. 

cooked turkey leg in air fryer basket

Serve and enjoy your delicious and juicy turkey leg 🙂

Notes on Air Fryer Roasted Turkey Legs

  • You should be able to find turkey legs in your local grocery store in the poultry section. They usually sell them in packs of 2 or 3. If you pick up a pack of lean turkey legs, adjust the cooking time. 
  • Different air fryers will require different cook times. Adjust your cook times accordingly. 
  • I don’t brine the turkey legs when making them in the Air Fryer. However, if you choose to brine, just make sure to pat the turkey legs dry before air frying.
  • Lean turkey legs will cook in less time. Cut cooking times in half.

Make Ahead Tips, Storage, and Reheating

  • Storage: Store any leftover turkey legs in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days.
  • Freezing: You can freeze cooked turkey legs by wrapping them tightly in plastic wrap, then placing them in a freezer-safe bag. They’ll stay good in the freezer for up to 2 months.
  • Reheating: Reheat in the air fryer at 350°F for 5–7 minutes, or until heated through. This method helps maintain the crispy skin. Alternatively, microwave in 30-second intervals, though the skin may be less crispy.

Serving Suggestions

Troubleshooting and Tips

  • Avoid Overcrowding: Ensure there is space around each turkey leg in the air fryer for even cooking. If you have a smaller air fryer, cook in batches.
  • Skin Crispiness: For extra-crispy skin, pat the turkey legs dry thoroughly before applying oil and seasoning.
  • Reduce Temperature: If you notice the turkey legs are browning too quickly or starting to burn, reduce the air fryer temperature to 325°F. This allows the inside to cook without further darkening the outside. Different air fryers can vary in heat intensity. If you’re using a high-wattage air fryer, check the turkey legs halfway through the cooking time and adjust as needed.

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Air Fryer Turkey Leg Recipe

These Air Fryer Turkey Legs are crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. These legs are perfectly seasoned and so easy to roast in your Air Fryer.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time40 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: air fryer turkey legs, roasted turkey leg, turkey leg recipe
Servings: 2 people
Calories: 988kcal
Author: Tanya

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Ingredients

Instructions

  • Combine smoked paprika, brown sugar, seasoned salt, garlic powder until fully mixed. Set aside.
  • Rub seasoning mixture all over turkey legs making sure to get under the skin as well.
  • Place in Air Fryer basket. Lightly spray with oil.
  • Air Fry on 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 15-20 minutes. Then open air fryer basket, flip turkey legs and lightly spray with oil. Close Air Fryer basket and cook for 15-20 more minutes.
  • Remove and Enjoy 🙂

Notes

  • You should be able to find turkey legs in your local grocery store in the poultry section. They usually sell them in packs of 2 or 3. If you pick up a pack of lean turkey legs, adjust the cooking time. 
  • Different air fryers will require different cook times. Adjust your cook times accordingly. 
  • I don’t brine the turkey legs when making them in the Air Fryer. 
  • Lean turkey legs will need a lesser cooking time. Cut the cook times in half. 

Nutrition

Calories: 988kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 133g | Fat: 46g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Cholesterol: 481mg | Sodium: 1666mg | Potassium: 1883mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 740IU | Calcium: 115mg | Iron: 12mg

 This post was originally published on June 27, 2019. It has been updated with new information.

Homemade BBQ Seasoning

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This BBQ Seasoning is the perfect blend of spices for to create your favorite barbeque flavor. With only 7 ingredients, you can make your own spice mix and pour it on your favorite meat, veggies, and so much more.

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Air Fryer Steak Fajitas

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These Air Fryer Fajitas made with steak are a delicious addition to your Air Fryer meal rotation. Roasted peppers and onions with marinated steak pieces all made in one device, your Air Fryer.
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Air Fryer Corn on the Cob (Mexican Street Style)

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Make this Air Fryer Corn on the Cob and cover it with Cream, seasoning, Cheese, and a squeeze of lime and discover the magic of Mexican Street Corn.

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Jamaican Instant Pot Rice and Beans

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This Jamaican Instant Pot Rice and Beans recipe is generally called "rice and peas" on the island. It's made with red kidney beans, coconut milk, and added spices.  Make it in your Instant Pot Pressure Cooker for perfect results.

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Pressure Cooker Breakfast Recipes

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These Pressure Cooker Breakfast Recipes are the perfect way to start the day. Whether you have an Instant Pot, Ninja Foodi, or any other electric pressure cooker, these recipes are perfect. From eggs, oatmeal, grits, and breakfast gravy. Make them ahead or for the morning of, whatever works best for you and your family.

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Lemon Pepper Air Fryer Chicken Thighs

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These Lemon Pepper Air Fryer Chicken Thighs are quick, easy, and on your dinner table in less than 20 minutes. Juicy moist chicken made right in your Air Fryer.

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Instant Pot Pork Chops and Gravy

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These delicious Instant Pot Pork Chops are cooked in the Instant Pot Electric Pressure Cooker and covered in a tangy delicious gravy that is full of flavor. These pork chops are the perfect one pot weeknight meal. 

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This pork chop recipe has been a family favorite for years. But initially, I made it in the oven and it called for my pork chops to be marinated overnight and a 1 hour bake in the oven. That’s great for me on Sundays but for weeknights, that just wasn’t going to happen.

So I modified this family favorite recipe to my Instant Pot and I love it even more. Same great flavor, but less time and effort. 

instant pot pork chop on fork

Can you cook pork chops in a pressure cooker?

This was my first question I had when trying to convert this recipe. I had done my research initially, googling the above question but found mixed results among recipes. I realized a few things:

  1. Thick cut pork chops cooked better in the Instant Pot. Thin chops tended to overcook and become dry or rubbery. I always use thick cut boneless pork chops for this recipe. For thinner chops, reduce the cook time.
  2. Speaking of cook time, I found that an 8 minute pressure cooktime, 10 minute natural release for the perfect thick boneless pork chops. I initially tried a 10 minute cook time, and my pork chops were dry and overcooked. If you cook the meat too long, you risk having overcooked pork chops. I found 8 minutes was long enough for the pork chops to fully cook and stay moist.
  3. A 10 minute natural release worked best. A quick release is a no-no when cooking most meats in the instant pot. I let the pressure cooker naturally release for 10 minutes, then I release the remaining pressure. 

How to make this pork chop recipe in your Instant Pot?

First, wash and dry your thick cut pork chops. Season both sides with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Press Sauté and select the "More" setting on your Instant Pot and wait for the display to say "Hot." Then add your oil, then your chops. Sear over high heat for about 3 minutes each side, until browned.

seared pork chops in the instant pot

Once pork chops are seared, remove them and set aside. Then add butter to the Instant Pot and allow it to melt. Add onions, bell peppers, garlic and stir with a wooden spoon until the onions and peppers have softened, about 2-3 minutes. 

peppers, onions, and garlic in instant pot

Add chicken broth and use a wooden spoon to deglaze the Instant Pot, ensuring that all the brown bits have been removed from the bottom. Then stir in thyme, hot sauce, steak sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and ketchup. Place pork chops back in Instant Pot on top of the liquid.

pork chops in instant pot insert before pressure cooking

Press "Cancel" on Instant Pot and cover with Instant Pot Pressure Cooker cover. Make sure the valve on the top of the Instant Pot is set to "Sealing." Then cook on High Pressure for 8 minutes. After the cooktime, allow the pressure cooker to naturally release for 10 minutes, then quick release the remaining pressure.

Once all the pressure is released, open lid and remove cooked pork chops.

instant pot pork chops in the instant pot with gravy

Press"Cancel" on the Instant Pot and then select sauté. In a seperate bowl, whisk 2 tablespoon corn starch and 2 tablespoon water to create a corn starch slurry. Once the liquid in the instant Pot begins to bubble, add in your corn starch slurry to thicken the sauce. Allow it to boil for about one minute more. Press "Cancel" on your Instant Pot.

Serve pork chops covered with gravy. These are perfect with rice and vegetables. Enjoy 🙂

Looking for more Instant Pot dinner recipes? Try these:

Instant Pot Pulled Pork

Instant Pot Chicken and Yellow Rice

Pressure Cooker Shrimp Paella

Instant Pot Copycat Rice a Roni

Pressure Cooker Salmon with Creamy Parmesan Herb Sauce

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Instant Pot Pork Chops with Gravy

Thick cut pork chops seared, pressure cooked, and smothered in a delicious gravy.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time8 minutes
Time to reach pressure and natural Release20 minutes
Total Time38 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: instant pot pork chops
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 374kcal
Author: Tanya

Ingredients

  • 4 thick cut pork chops
  • ¾ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 Tablespoon oil
  • 2 Tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 1 yellow onion chopped
  • ½ red bell pepper chopped
  • ½ green bell pepper chopped
  • 1 Tablespoon garlic minced
  • 1 Tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce
  • 1 Tablespoon Steak Sauce
  • 1 Tablespoon hot sauce
  • 1 Tablespoon Ketchup
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • ¾ cup chicken broth
  • 2 Tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 Tablespoon water

Instructions

  • Season the pork chops on both sides with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  • Press the “Sauté” button, ensuring that it is set to “More.” Once the display says “Hot,” add the olive oil.
  • Add seasoned pork chops and cook for about 3 minutes each side or until the sides are slightly browned. Remove from Instant Pot and set aside.
  • Add butter to Instant Pot and allow to melt. Add onion and bell peppers and stir. Add garlic and continue to stir until onions have softened, about two minutes.
  • Deglaze by pouring chicken broth into the pot and stirring with a wooden spoon, making sure to get all bits and pieces from the bottom of the pot.
  • Add Worcestershire sauce, steak sauce, hot sauce, ketchup, and thyme and stir.
  • Add pork chops back into the pot, laying them on top of the liquid.
  • Place the lid on the pot and set the valve to sealing. Press "Cancel" and then press "Pressure Cook" (or Manual) and set cooking time for 8 minutes on High Pressure.
  • Once timer is done, allow the Instant Pot to natural release for 10 minutes, then release any remaining pressure from the pot and remove the lid.
  • Press Cancel on the Instant Pot and remove the pork chops. Press “Sauté” on the Instant Pot and bring liquid to slight boil. In a separate bowl, create a thickener by whisking together 2 tablespoon cornstarch and 2 tablespoon water. Pour it into the liquid in the Instant Pot while stirring. Stir until thickened, about one minute.
  • Pour the gravy over the pork chops and Enjoy 🙂

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Notes

This recipe was created in a 6 Qt Instant pot DUO.
I will sometimes add an additional ½ teaspoon salt to the gravy after it's done pressure cooking. The amount of salt in the recipe will depend on the saltiness of the chicken broth you use.
 

Nutrition

Calories: 374kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 105mg | Sodium: 902mg | Potassium: 693mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 720IU | Vitamin C: 40mg | Calcium: 31mg | Iron: 1.5mg

Air Fryer Appetizers

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Loving your Air Fryer? There is so much you can do with it. Here's a list of Air Fryer Appetizers you can serve at your next gathering or you can have these to enjoy for yourself. 

Crispy Korean Air Fryer chicken Wings Appetizer

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These Air Fryer Chicken Wings are breaded in cornstarch, air fried, and then covered in a sweet and spicy sauce made with Korean Gochujang. Ready to serve in less than 30 minutes.

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Air Fryer Cauliflower Dip Appetizer

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Have you ever roasted cauliflower in the Air Fryer? It's the best thing ever! This Air Fryer Appetizer starts with Cauliflower roasted in the Air Fryer and then turned into a delicious dip with added ingredients. It will be a hit for any social gathering. 

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Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Sweet and Spicy Chicken Bites Appetizer

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These chicken bites are delicious and so very easy to make. Chicken breast wrapped in bacon, dipped in a sweet and spicy sugar mixture, and air fried to perfection. 

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Air Fryer Steak Kebabs Appetizer

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If you're looking for an appetizer that reminds you of a summer, these Air Fryer Steak Kebabs are just what you need. Steak marinated and placed on skewers with delicious vegetables. Roast them all in your Air Fryer in less than 15 minutes. 

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Air Fryer Avocado Egg Roll Appetizer

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I love egg rolls but hate the oil that goes along with frying them. Make these Healthy Avocado Egg Rolls in your Air Fryer. These egg rolls have a delicious crispy shell and delicious avocado filling in the middle. Serve along with the delicious cilatro based dipping sauce. 

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Air Fryer Roasted Tomato Basil Soup Appetizer

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Soup in an Air Fryer? Not really, but the vegetables are roasted in your Air Fryer and then puréed with added chicken broth and heavy cream. Serve in mini appetizer bowls to your guest. 

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Jamaican Jerk Pork Air Fryer Appetizer

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This Jamaican Jerk Pork can be served as a main dish or appetizer. Marinated in a delicious jerk marinade and then air Fried to perfection. 

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Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp with Dipping Sauce

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These Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp are the perfect appetizer. Delicious and crunchy. Serve with sweet chili dipping sauce.

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Pressure Cooker Moroccan Spiced Soup

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This Pressure Cooker Moroccan Spiced Soup is full of delicious spices like cumin, cinnamon, paprika, ginger, and allspice. Pair that with lamb meat that melts in your mouth and chickpeas. That my friend is this beautiful soup.

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I love to travel. My hope is to one day travel around the world and eat the authentic cuisine of every single country I visit. Until I’m able to do that….I’ll bring the world into my kitchen.

This Moroccan Spiced Soup has become a regular in our kitchen. It’s so easy and delicious that it has joined a few other soups that make a regular appearance, like this jerk chicken soup and this sausage and lentil soup recipe.

What is Moroccan Soup?

Moroccan Soup, also known as Harira, is made with either chickpeas and/or lentils, tomatoes, and meat. A lot of recipes you will find will leave the meat out.

I’m a lover of meat and discovered that a traditional Moroccan Spice Soup will often contain lamb. So I made sure my soup recipe had it.

You should be able to find lamb at your local grocer. I usually buy a leg of lamb and chop it into 1 inch pieces. I have the butcher remove the bone.

The addition of lamb is perfect for this pressure cooker soup because each bite of lamb literally melts in your mouth. That's why the pressure cooker is amazing. It's perfect for cooking lamb and goat and getting them perfectly tender.

How to make Moroccan Spiced Soup in your Pressure Cooker

an instant pot

I make this soup (and almost all soups) in my Instant Pot Electric Pressure Cooker.

First, set your pressure cooker to the high sauté setting and wait for your display to say “Hot.” Once it does, add your oil and then your chopped lamb meat. You’ll want to brown the meat for 4-5 minutes.

lamb meat in pressure cooker

Next, you’ll want to add your onions and garlic and sauté until your onions have softened a bit, about 3 minutes. The moisture from the onion should provide enough liquid to get some of those brown bits at the bottom of the Instant Pot up as well.

Removing those brown bits from the bottom of your Instant Pot is extremely important. It should always be done after browning meats to allow you food to pressure cook properly. I recommend using a wooden spoon for this.

lamb and onions and garlic in instant pot

Then add your spices and stir for about 1 minute.

lamb and onions and garlic with spices in pressure cooker

Next, add your chicken broth. Once you add your chicken broth, grab your wooden spoon and deglaze once more, making sure that all brown bits are removed from the bottom of the pot.

Then you'll add your drained chickpeas and diced tomatoes. Do not stir at this time. Rumor is that tomatos and tomatoes based producs could cause some Instant Pots to give off that dreaded burn signal. A way to avoid that is to layer tomato products on top and stir once the pressure cook cycle is complete.

chicken broth with tomatoes on top of pressure cooker moroccan spiced soup

Cover and cook on high pressure for 20 minutes. It will take your pressure cooker about 10-15 minutes to reach pressure. Once the cook cycle is complete, allow the moroccan spiced soup to natural release for 10 minutes, then you may release the rest of the pressure.

Once all your pressure is released, open the lid and smell the aroma...it's delightful. Stir in your spinach until all the spinach is fully submerged in the soup.

Enjoy 🙂

finished moroccan spiced soup with added spinach

If you're new to the Instant Pot and are looking for a recipe perfect for beginners with step by step photos and instructions, try this Instant Pot Shrimp Paella.

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Pressure Cooker Moroccan Spiced Soup

This Pressure Cooker Moroccan Spiced Soup is delicious, healthy, and a breeze to make in your Pressure Cooker.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
rise to pressure and natural release25 minutes
Total Time1 hour
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: African
Keyword: moroccan spiced soup
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 283kcal
Author: Tanya

Ingredients

  • 2 Tablespoon Vegetable Oil
  • 1 lb lamb cut into 1-inch chunks
  • 1 onion finely sliced
  • 1 Tablespoon minced garlic
  • 2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 ½ teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon allspice
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 1 15oz can chickpeas drained and rinsed
  • 1 15oz can diced tomatoes
  • 8 oz spinach
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Press Sauté on your Pressure Cooker. Once Hot, add your vegetable oil. Then add your lamb meat and cook until browned, about 4 minutes.
  • Add onion and garlic and stir until the onion has softened, about 3 minutes.
  • Add cumin, paprika, ginger, cinnamon, allspice and stir for about 1 minute.
  • Add chicken broth and use a wooden spoon to ensure that all brown bits are removed from the bottom of the pressure cooker. Add chickpeas and diced tomatoes. Do not stir.
  • Cover Pressure Cooker and cook on high pressure for 20 minutes. Once pressure cooking cycle is complete, allow soup to natural release for 10 minutes, then quick release the remaining pressure.
  • Stir in spinach and salt and pepper to desired taste.

Notes

Have fun with the spices. Taste and adjust to your preference.
You can omit the lamb if you want to make it Vegetarian or Vegan.

Nutrition

Calories: 283kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 55mg | Sodium: 508mg | Potassium: 534mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 3930IU | Vitamin C: 20.6mg | Calcium: 75mg | Iron: 3.2mg