Lamb and artichoke stew, a traditional Greek dish, is a delightful culinary experience that captivates the senses with its rich blend of flavors and textures. This hearty stew, often served during special occasions and gatherings, combines tender lamb meat, fresh artichokes, and various aromatic herbs in a savory broth that promises to transport you to the heart of Mediterranean cuisine. Whether you're a seasoned cook or new to Greek cooking, this guide will lead you through the steps of creating an authentic and flavorful lamb and artichoke stew that will undoubtedly leave a lasting impression on your taste buds.
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LAMB AND ARTICHOKE STEW (GREEK)
This is a delicious lamb stew. I love artichokes, and this is one of the things I would make for a special Sunday dinner.
Provided by evelynathens
Categories < 4 Hours
Time 1h10m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Cut the lamb into 1 inch pieces.
- Clean the artichokes, placing them in a bowl filled with water and the lemon slices, so they don't discolor.
- Slice each artichoke heart in half.
- Pour the oil into a large saucepan and, over medium heat, sauté the onion until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add the spring onions and cook for 3-4 minutes.
- Increase the heat to high and add the meat.
- Brown the meat until it becomes a rich, dark colour.
- Add the hot stock and, as soon as it comes back to the boil, lower the heat to medium, cover and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes.
- Add the artichokes, minced dill, juice and rind of 1 lemon, salt and pepper to taste.
- Cover again and simmer until the artichokes and the meat are very tender, about 15 minutes longer.
- Turn off heat.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the egg, yolk, lemon juice and corn flour.
- With a ladle, slowly add the hot stock from the meat/artichokes to the egg/lemon mixture, whisking constantly.
- When you have added all the stock, pour the egg/lemon sauce over the meat, shaking the pan to mix it thoroughly, let it thicken slightly for about 2 minutes, and serve.
GREEK LAMB STEW WITH EGG AND LEMON SAUCE
Provided by Food Network
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a casserole combine the lamb with enough water to cover, bring to a boil, skimming, and simmer 5 minutes. Drain.
- In a casserole set over moderate heat, heat oil until hot. Add onion, celery and carrot and cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes, or until vegetables are softened. Add stock, water, cheesecloth bag, marjoram, reserved lamb and salt to taste. Bring liquid to a boil and simmer, partially covered, for 1 1/2 hours.
- Transfer lamb to a platter and strain cooking liquid. Return lamb and cooking liquid to casserole, bring liquid to a boil and add artichokes. Simmer, partially covered, 20 to 25 minutes, or until lamb and artichokes are tender.
- In a bowl whisk eggs until thick and light. Whisk in lemon juice and 1 cup of hot stock, a little at a time. Add egg mixture to casserole and simmer over moderately low heat, stirring, until lightly thickened. Do not boil. Before serving stir in fresh dill.
GREEK LAMB STEW
This recipe comes from "That's Trump" (one of the "Best of Bridge" series) with a few modifications. To me, this is one of those perfect recipes that I make time and again. I love the tomato and the seasonings. Just a hint of cinammon, a little bit sweet, and so full of flavour! I like to make it ahead and refrigerate. The flavour improves and that way I can take the fat off the surface. The original recipe suggests serving with coconut rice, but we love it with mashed potatoes.
Provided by Paja9203
Categories Stew
Time 2h30m
Yield 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Cut lamb into bite sized pieces.
- Use a heavy skillet and heat 1 tablespoon of oil until shimmering.
- Lightly season 1/3 of the lamb and brown in the skillet
- Transfer the lamb to a dutch oven and deglaze the skillet by putting in a little of the red wine and scraping up the browned bits on the botton.
- Add this liquid to the skillet.
- Repeat 2 more times to cook all the lamb.
- Add the last tablespoon of oil to the skillet, season the onions and saute. If you have the time, let them caremalize for best flavour, if not, make sure they are wilted. Add the garlic for the last 2 or 3 minutes of cooking.
- Add the onions and all the rest of the ingredients except for the parsley to the dutch oven.
- Heat to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for at least an hour. (If you are using a tougher cut of meat, simmer for longer.).
- Discard bay leaves and cinammon stick.
- Add the chopped parsley, taste for seasoning, adding salt and pepper if needed and serve.
- (I am sure this would work well in a crock pot, but since I don't have one, I don't know how long it would need to cook.).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 629.8, Fat 43.8, SaturatedFat 17.1, Cholesterol 122.5, Sodium 361.6, Carbohydrate 23.1, Fiber 3, Sugar 15.7, Protein 30.8
Tips:
- Choose high-quality ingredients: Use fresh, seasonal vegetables and high-quality lamb meat for the best flavor.
- Brown the lamb: Browning the lamb before stewing adds depth of flavor to the dish.
- Use a variety of vegetables: This recipe calls for artichokes, potatoes, carrots, and celery, but you can also add other vegetables like green beans, zucchini, or bell peppers.
- Simmer gently: The stew should simmer gently for at least an hour, or until the lamb is tender and the vegetables are cooked through.
- Season to taste: Be sure to taste the stew and adjust the seasoning as needed. You may want to add more salt, pepper, or herbs.
- Serve with crusty bread: Crusty bread is the perfect accompaniment to this hearty stew.
Conclusion:
This lamb and artichoke stew is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. The lamb is tender and flavorful, the vegetables are cooked to perfection, and the broth is rich and savory. Serve this stew with crusty bread, and you'll have a meal that everyone will love.
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