RAGOUT OF LAMB AND SPRING VEGETABLES WITH FARRO

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Ragout of Lamb and Spring Vegetables with Farro image

This elegant stew can be made up to the point that the farro goes in; cool, then cover and chill up to 2 days.

Provided by Chef Seamus Mullen

Categories     Soup/Stew     Lamb     Kid-Friendly     Asparagus     Pea     Turnip     Spring     Boil     Small Plates

Yield 6 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

4 sprigs oregano
4 sprigs thyme
2 sprigs rosemary
2 bay leaves
1/4 cup olive oil, plus more
2 pounds lamb shoulder, cut into 1" pieces
Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper
0 freshly ground pepper
8 ounces pearl onions, peeled
4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 cup dry red wine
6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 cup semi-pearled farro or wheat berries, rinsed
1 3/4 pounds baby turnips, trimmed, scrubbed, halved if large
1 bunch asparagus, trimmed, cut into 1" pieces on a diagonal
2 cups fresh (or frozen, thawed) peas
1 bunch dandelion greens, trimmed

Steps:

  • Tie together oregano, thyme, rosemary, and bay leaves with kitchen twine.
  • Heat 1/4 cup oil in a large heavy pot over medium-high. Season lamb with salt and pepper. Working in batches, cook, turning occasionally, until browned, 12-15 minutes per batch. Transfer to a plate as you go.
  • Add onions to pot and stir to coat. Season with salt and pepper and cook until starting to brown, about 4 minutes. Stir in garlic; cook 30 seconds before adding vinegar. Cook, scraping up browned bits, until syrupy, about 1 minute.
  • Add wine, bring to a boil, and cook until reduced by about one-fourth, about 4 minutes. Add broth, lamb, and herb bundle. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer gently, partially covered, until lamb is tender, 75-85 minutes.
  • Stir in farro and cook until nearly al dente, 15-20 minutes. Remove herb bundle; add turnips. Cook until farro is cooked through, turnips are tender, and lamb is almost falling apart, 30-40 minutes. Mix in asparagus and peas; cook until crisp-tender, 2 minutes. Add greens and stir to wilt. Season with salt and pepper. Serve drizzled with oil.

Rihan Vai
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This is one of my favorite recipes. I make it all the time.


Riman Khan
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I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The lamb, spring vegetables, and farro all complement each other perfectly.


NDIHO ABOTI
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This dish is very filling and satisfying. It's perfect for a cold winter night.


Ihab_ Dz
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I'm not a very experienced cook, but I was able to make this dish without any problems.


Tesfaye Ayenalem
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This dish is a bit pricey to make, but it's definitely worth it for a special occasion.


AyyeZ Nation
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I'm not a fan of farro, so I served this ragout over mashed potatoes instead.


Hirun Nethsitha
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover lamb. I had some leftover lamb chops and I used them to make this ragout.


Sky Wib
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I made a few substitutions to the recipe (I used beef broth instead of lamb broth and I added some chopped carrots), and it still turned out great.


Cliff Francy
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Ravi Chandran
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I'm not a huge fan of lamb, but this dish changed my mind. The lamb was so tender and the flavors were amazing.


Johnny Richard Jr
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's definitely worth the effort. The lamb ragout is so flavorful and the farro is the perfect accompaniment.


Benji Lester
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I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a huge success. Everyone raved about the flavors and the beautiful presentation.


Ivy
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This lamb ragout with spring vegetables and farro was a hit with my family! The flavors were rich and complex, and the lamb was fall-apart tender. I especially loved the contrast between the creamy farro and the hearty ragout.