Lamb With Peaches: A Delightful Fusion of Flavors
Description
Embark on a culinary journey with this exquisite Lamb With Peaches recipe. This dish offers a tantalizing blend of tender lamb simmered to perfection in a rich sauce, complemented by the sweet and tangy notes of juicy peaches. By simply altering the finishing herb, you can transform this dish into a Middle Eastern or European delight. Though it may not be the fastest recipe around, the resulting combination of flavors makes it truly unforgettable. Perfect for a special meal, this dish promises to impress with its harmonious blend of savory and sweet.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds of lamb (preferably from the shoulder or leg, cut into chunks)
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper
- 1 large onion (chopped)
- 1 cup of red wine
- 1 cup of water
- 4 ripe peaches
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1/4 cup of fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 1/4 cup of fresh parsley (chopped)
Preparation
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Prepare the Lamb: Begin by placing the lamb chunks into a 12-inch skillet. For best results, use a cast iron skillet if available. Turn the heat to medium-high.
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Season and Simmer: Season the lamb generously with salt. Add the cinnamon sticks, ground cinnamon, cayenne pepper, chopped onion, and red wine to the skillet. Pour in the water. Bring the mixture to a boil, then cover the skillet and adjust the heat so that the mixture simmers steadily.
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Cook the Lamb: Allow the lamb to cook for 1 to 1 1/2 hours. Stir the mixture every 15 minutes or so, and check for the consistency. If the mixture seems to be drying out, add a little more water. Reduce the heat if necessary to prevent burning. The lamb is done when it feels tender when pierced with a sharp knife.
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Finish the Lamb: Once the lamb is tender, remove the cinnamon sticks and onion from the skillet. Increase the heat to medium-high and cook off any remaining liquid, allowing the lamb to brown slightly.
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Prepare the Peaches: While the lamb is finishing, cut the peaches in half and remove the pits. Slice each peach half into 12 or 16 wedges.
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Add Peaches to the Skillet: Stir the peach wedges into the lamb mixture. Continue cooking for about 5 minutes, gently tossing or stirring until the peaches are glazed and tender, but still hold their shape.
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Season and Garnish: Stir in the lime juice and most of the chopped cilantro and parsley. Taste the dish and adjust the seasonings as needed.
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Serve: Garnish with the remaining cilantro and parsley. Serve the lamb and peaches hot, enjoying the delightful blend of flavors.
Cooking Time
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
Nutritional Information (per serving)
- Calories: 128.4
- Fat Content: 0.5 grams
- Saturated Fat: 0 grams
- Cholesterol: 0 milligrams
- Sodium Content: 5.8 milligrams
- Carbohydrates: 24 grams
- Fiber Content: 3.1 grams
- Sugar Content: 17.4 grams
- Protein Content: 2 grams
Serving
- Yield: Serves 4
Enjoy this elegant and flavorful dish that brings together the richness of lamb and the sweetness of peaches, perfect for a memorable meal with family and friends. 🌟🍑🍖