Hunger Games Lamb Stew with Dried Plums

INGREDIENTS

2 1/2 lb

boneless lamb, 1 1/2-inch cubes

3 tbsp

fat for high temperature cooking (bacon fat, lard, etc.), divided

1/2 tsp

ground turmeric

1/2 tsp

ground cumin

1/4 tsp

cayenne pepper

1/2 tsp

ground cardamom

2 tsp

kosher salt

onion, cut into 1-inch cubes

2 cups

carrots, approximately 6, roughly diced

3 cloves

garlic, minced

2 tbsp

fresh ginger, minced

zest of one lemon

1/4 cup

freshly chopped cilantro leaves and more for garnish