Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1.75 unit

leg of lamb boneless

diced

1 tbsp

olive oil

1 unit

onion

peeled and thinly sliced

1 clove

garlic

peeled and finely diced

1 unit

green chili

deseeded and finely sliced

1 tbsp

all-purpose flour

0.67 cup

white wine

0.67 cup

vegetable stock

3 tbsp

white wine vinegar

1 tbsp

tomato paste

1 unit

bay leaf

1 sprig

rosemary

finely chopped

2 unit

tomatoes

chopped

3 unit

green olives

3 tbsp

chutney eggplant

Step 1
~5 min

Heat olive oil in a large pan or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.

Step 2
~5 min

Sear the diced lamb on all sides until browned. Remove the lamb from the pan and set aside.

Step 3
~5 min

Add the sliced onion, diced garlic, and sliced green chili to the pan. Sauté until the onion is softened and translucent.

Step 4
~5 min

Sprinkle the all-purpose flour over the sautéed vegetables and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.

Step 5
~5 min

Deglaze the pan with white wine, vegetable stock, and white wine vinegar, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.

Step 6
~5 min

Return the seared lamb to the pan.

Step 7
~5 min

Add tomato paste, bay leaf, and chopped rosemary to the pan.

Step 8
~5 min

Bring the stew to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 40-45 minutes, or until the lamb is tender.

Step 9
~5 min

About 1 minute before the end of cooking, add the chopped tomatoes and green olives to the stew.

Step 10
~5 min

Season the stew with salt, pepper, and eggplant chutney to taste.

Step 11
~5 min

Serve the Mediterranean Lamb Stew hot with pita bread on the side.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add other vegetables like carrots or potatoes for a heartier stew.

Use fresh herbs for the best flavor.

Adjust the amount of chili to your spice preference.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Strong
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with pita bread or crusty bread.

Serve with a side of rice or couscous.

Garnish with fresh herbs.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Greek salad
Roasted vegetables

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mediterranean

Cultural Significance

Common in Mediterranean cuisine, often associated with family meals.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Family Dinner
Weeknight Meal
Comfort Food

Popularity Score

70/100

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