Best 6 Lamb With Spinach And Onions Recipes

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Lamb, with its succulent and tender texture, pairs beautifully with the earthy flavors of spinach and the pungent aroma of onions. Whether you prefer a simple sauté, a hearty stew, or an elegant rack of lamb, numerous recipes offer a delicious culinary experience. This article explores some of the best recipes for cooking lamb with spinach and onions, providing a detailed guide to creating the perfect dish for your next meal.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

GREEK LAMB BURGERS WITH SPINACH AND RED ONION SALAD



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Provided by Bon Appétit Test Kitchen

Categories     Sandwich     Onion     Quick & Easy     Dinner     Lunch     Feta     Mint     Ground Lamb     Spinach     Pan-Fry     Cinnamon     Bon Appétit     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/3 cup chopped fresh mint
2 teaspoons paprika
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 1/3 pounds ground lamb
4 hamburger buns or small ciabatta rolls
1 1/2 cups baby spinach leaves
1 1/3 cups crumbled feta cheese
4 1/4-inch-thick red onion slices
1 1/2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar

Steps:

  • Mix first 4 ingredients and 1 1/2 tablespoons oil in medium bowl; mix in lamb. Shape into four 3/4-inch-thick patties. Cook patties in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat 4 minutes per side for medium.
  • Meanwhile, preheat broiler. Broil buns until golden, about 2 minutes. Top each bun bottom with burger. Toss spinach, feta, onion, vinegar, and 11/2 tablespoons oil in bowl. Place salad atop burgers. Cover with bun tops, pressing firmly to compact.

LAMB WITH SPINACH AND GARLICKY TAHINI SAUCE



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For the lamb:

Provided by Nigella Lawson : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 onion, roughly chopped
1 1/4 cups extra-virgin olive oil
1 lemon, zested
2 lemons, juiced
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin, plus more for garnishing
10 lamb noisettes, about 1 1/4-inches thick
8 tablespoons tahini
4 garlic cloves, minced or pressed
1/2 teaspoon coarse salt
1 package frozen leaf spinach, thawed and warmed in the microwave
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted

Steps:

  • For the lamb: Put the onion into 1 large shallow dish in which the noisettes will fit into one layer, or divide the onion into 2 medium-to-large freezer bags. Add the oil, lemon zest, and cumin (dividing equally if you are using bags). Give a good stir and then add the lamb. Cover the dish or tie up the bags and leave, turning or squishing respectively at half time, as long as you've got; frankly, though, it should be for at least 10 minutes and preferably not in the refrigerator. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Put a non-stick or cast-iron pan on the stove. Remove the noisettes from the marinade; you don't need to wipe then dry, just brush off the bits of onion. Sear each side for 1 to 2 minutes, then transfer to a baking pan and then to the preheated oven for 10 minutes. The meat should be right for pink, but not bloody, you may need a bit longer if the meat started off very cold. You will need to check for yourself and when cooked as you want, remove to a warmed plate.
  • For the sauce, put the tahini in a bowl and add the garlic and salt. Stir with a wooden spoon, adding the lemon juice as you do; it will seize up here, but don't worry because it will loosen later. Slowly add some water ( I find I can use about 1/2 cup), pouring from the measuring cup so that only a little goes in at a time, and keep stirring. When you have a smooth mixture the consistency of heavy cream, stop adding water. Put into a bowl with a spoon and sprinkle with the additional ground cumin.
  • For the spinach: Thaw it in the microwave according to the package's directions and then cook briefly to warm, about 1 minute more. Remove from the microwave and place onto a clean plate. Drizzle with the olive oil and then top with the toasted sesame seeds.
  • Serve the lamb noisettes with the spinach and the garlicky tahini on the side.

LAMB WITH SPINACH SAUCE (SAAG GOSHT)



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 1/2 pounds of lean, boneless leg of lamb, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
5 tablespoons of light vegetable oil
2 cups finely chopped onion
1 tablespoons of grated or crushed fresh ginger
2 teaspoons minced garlic
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 tablespoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon ground red pepper
1 tablespoon paprika
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 cup tomato puree
Coarse salt to taste
1 cup packed chopped cooked spinach, fresh or frozen
2 teaspoons garam masala, homemade or store-bought
1/2 cup chopped cilantro leaves and tender stems

Steps:

  • Heat a heavy non-stick pan over high heat. Add the lamb and 3 tablespoons of oil. Sear the meat, turning and tossing, until nicely browned all over. Transfer meat to a plate. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons oil and the onion to the pan and cook, stirring often, until the onions are browned, about 15 minutes. Stir in the ginger, garlic, cumin, coriander, red pepper, paprika, and turmeric and cook for 3 minutes. Add the tomato puree, meat, salt, and enough water to fully cover the meat, about 1 1/2 cups. Bring contents to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 1 1/2 hours or until the meat is cooked and very tender. Fold in the spinach and garam marsala. Serve sprinkled with cilantro.

LAMB WITH SPINACH



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Lamb and spinach is always a good combination in Indian curries. Not Indian but very nice is this Greek style dish which has that combination. It is very simple and this was "born" after a holiday in Greece and trying to re-create the taste and with that the memories of a holiday! My husband likes this with rice, I prefer it with orzo.

Provided by PetsRus

Categories     Spinach

Time 1h30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 3/4 lbs cubed lamb
salt and pepper
2 -3 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, chopped
1 -2 garlic clove, crushed
1 cup bouillon or 1 cup stock
1 3/4 lbs fresh spinach
2 teaspoons oregano
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 ounces crumbled feta cheese, to taste

Steps:

  • Sprinkle salt and pepper over the cubed lamb, heat the oil in a dutch oven and brown the meat on all sides.
  • Add the onion and garlic and fry until the onion gets translucent.
  • Add the stock, bring to the boil, lower the heat, cover and simmer slowly for 40- 50 minutes or until the meat is tender.
  • Was the spinach and cook for about 5-7 minutes, without adding any water, drain very well and chop roughly.
  • When the lamb had its cooking time, add the spinach together with the oregano and the lemon juice.
  • On a medium heat and stirring regularly, cook until most cooking juices have evaporated, but it should still be moist.
  • Transfer to a serving dish and sprinkle with the feta cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 457.1, Fat 30.6, SaturatedFat 11.5, Cholesterol 118.5, Sodium 558.1, Carbohydrate 11.2, Fiber 4.9, Sugar 2.9, Protein 36.2

BRAISED LAMB WITH SPINACH



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Categories     Garlic     Lamb     Onion     Braise     Spinach     Fall     Cinnamon     Clove     Gourmet

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 17

8 garlic cloves
a 1 1/2-inch cube of peeled fresh gingerroot
6 tablespoons vegetable oil
3 pounds boneless lamb shoulder, trimmed and cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
a 3-inch cinnamon stick
7 whole cloves
1 bay leaf
3 onions, chopped fine
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon ground coriander seeds
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
1 cup chopped drained canned tomatoes
1/2 cup plain yogurt
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/4 pounds fresh spinach, coarse stems discarded and the leaves washed well and drained
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice, or to taste
1 tablespoon pine nuts, toasted lightly

Steps:

  • In a blender purée the garlic and the gingerroot with 1/3 cup water. In a heavy kettle heat 3 tablespoons of the oil over moderately high heat until it is hot but not smoking and in it brown the lamb, patted dry, in batches, transferring it as it is browned with tongs to a bowl. To the skillet add the remaining 3 tablespoons oil, heat it until it is hot but not smoking, and in it fry the cinnamon stick, the cloves, and the bay leaf, stirring, for 30 seconds, or until the cloves are puffed slightly. Add the onions and cook the mixture over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until the onions are golden. Add the garlic purée and cook the mixture, stirring, for 2 minutes, or until the liquid is evaporated. Add the cumin, the coriander, and the cayenne and cook the mixture, stirring, for 1 minute. Add the tomatoes and the yogurt, simmer the mixture, stirring, for 1 minute, and add the lamb, the salt, and 1 cup water. Bring the mixture to a boil and braise it, covered, in a preheated 350°F. oven for 1 to 1 1/4 hours, or until the lamb is tender. The lamb mixture may be prepared up to this point 2 days in advance. Let the lamb cool, uncovered, and chill it, covered. Reheat the lamb mixture.
  • In a large saucepan bring 1 inch water to a boil, add the spinach, and steam it, covered, for 2 minutes, or until it is wilted. Drain the spinach in a colander.
  • Spoon off any excess fat from the lamb mixture and add the lemon juice and salt and pepper to taste. Distribute the spinach over the stew and stir it in gently. Transfer the stew to a heated serving dish and sprinkle it with the pine nuts.

GRILLED LAMB ON SPINACH



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Provided by Marian Burros

Categories     main course

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 ounces boneless leg of lamb
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
16 ounces fresh loose spinach or 10-ounce package fresh spinach
4 ounces fresh mushrooms
1 large clove garlic
1 teaspoon olive oil
2 tablespoons sherry vinegar
1 1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard

Steps:

  • Wash, dry and trim fat from lamb. Cut into half-inch-wide strips. Sprinkle with pepper and cumin on both sides.
  • Wash and trim stems from spinach; wash, trim and slice mushrooms; mince garlic.
  • Prepare stove-top grill, and grill the lamb for just a few minutes on both sides, until meat is medium rare.
  • Heat oil in nonstick pan until it is hot; reduce heat to medium high, and saute mushrooms and garlic for about 2 minutes.
  • In serving bowl mix vinegar and mustard.
  • Add the spinach to the mushrooms, and cover; cook about 2 minutes, until spinach has wilted but is still green.
  • Drain spinach, stir into vinegar and mustard mixture and season with pepper.
  • Arrange spinach on dinner plates, and top with lamb.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 339, UnsaturatedFat 11 grams, Carbohydrate 13 grams, Fat 20 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 30 grams, SaturatedFat 8 grams, Sodium 292 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Tips:

  • To save time, use pre-washed spinach and chopped onions.
  • If you don't have ground lamb, you can use ground beef or turkey instead.
  • Use a large skillet or Dutch oven to cook the lamb and vegetables.
  • Season the lamb with salt, pepper, and your favorite spices.
  • Cook the lamb until it is browned and no longer pink in the center.
  • Add the spinach and onions to the skillet and cook until the spinach is wilted and the onions are softened.
  • Serve the lamb with rice, pasta, or your favorite side dish.

Conclusion:

Lamb with spinach and onions is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. This recipe is also a great way to use up leftover lamb. Serve this dish with your favorite side dish and enjoy!

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