ARTICHOKES, LAMB, AND ORZO AVGOLEMONO

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Make and share this Artichokes, Lamb, and Orzo Avgolemono recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Douglas Rohrer

Categories     Lamb/Sheep

Time 1h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 tablespoons olive oil or 2 tablespoons cooking oil
1 lb boneless lean lamb, cut into 3/4" cubes
1 cup chopped onion
1 clove garlic, minced
3/4 cup white wine or 3/4 cup chicken broth
1 1/2 teaspoons snipped fresh oregano or 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, crushed
1 teaspoon finely-shredded lemon, rind of
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
6 medium fresh artichokes, trimmed,halved,and blanched or 1 (9 ounce) can artichoke hearts
8 ounces orzo pasta (1-1/3 cups)
1 beaten egg
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/2 cup warm chicken broth
2 tablespoons snipped fresh parsley (optional)

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven or large skillet heat the oil and brown the meat with onion and garlic till onion is tender.
  • Drain fat from the meat and return the meat to pan.
  • Add 3/4 cup wine or chicken broth, oregano, lemon peel, salt, and pepper.
  • Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and cover.
  • Simmer for 20 minutes.
  • Add fresh or canned artichokes and simmer 10 minutes more, or till tender.
  • Meanwhile, in a large saucepan or pasta pot bring 3 quarts water to boiling.
  • Add pasta and reduce heat slightly.
  • Boil for 5-8 minutes stirring occasionally.
  • Immediately drain and return to warm pan; keep warm.
  • In a small mixing bowl combine egg, lemon juice, cornstarch, and 1/2 cup warm chicken broth.
  • Pour egg mixture into the lamb-artichoke mixture.
  • Cook and stir over medium heat for 1 minute, or till thickened and bubbly.
  • Cook and stir for 2 minutes more.
  • Serve lamb mixture over hot cooked pasta.
  • Garnish with parsley (optional).

Kabeer K
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover lamb. It's also a great way to impress your guests.


mehejabin mona
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I've never made lamb before, but this recipe made it easy. The lamb was so tender and juicy.


Shahzad Marri
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion. It's elegant and delicious.


Waqas Rahi
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I'm not a big fan of artichokes, but I really enjoyed them in this dish.


y gamer attack
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This dish is a bit pricey to make, but it's definitely worth the splurge.


Nadia Cruz
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I'm a big fan of Greek food, and this dish is no exception. The avgolemono sauce is amazing.


Hurum Ashfaq
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This dish is so hearty and comforting. It's perfect for a cold winter night.


brycen Pierce
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I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The lamb, artichokes, and orzo are all cooked to perfection.


Sharon Namps
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Sk Amit Boss
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I made this dish for a dinner party and everyone loved it. It's a great recipe for special occasions.


Zubair Hafeez
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This dish was a bit time-consuming to make, but it was definitely worth the effort. The flavors were incredible.


Eze Daniel
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I'm not a big fan of lamb, but this dish changed my mind. The lamb was so tender and flavorful, and the avgolemono sauce really complemented it.


mssoni37 mssoni37
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This was my first time cooking artichokes, and they were surprisingly easy to prepare. The lamb and orzo were also cooked perfectly.


Ajay Das
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I've made this dish several times now and it's always a hit. The combination of flavors is amazing, and it's a great way to use up leftover lamb.


Hassam Ud din
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This dish was absolutely delicious! The lamb was tender and flavorful, the artichokes were perfectly cooked, and the orzo was creamy and comforting. The avgolemono sauce was the perfect finishing touch, adding a bright and tangy flavor.