Prep Time
20 MIn
Cook Time
2 HRS
Total Time
2 HRs, 20 MIN
Servings
4
Ingredients
● 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
● 2 pounds American lamb shoulder, cut into 2-inch cubes
● 2 teaspoons kosher salt
● 1 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
● 1 large onion, diced
● 3 garlic cloves, finely minced
● 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
● 1 tablespoon Five Spice Powder
● 1 1/2 cups red wine
● 1/2 cup stock or water
● 1 cup pitted prunes, halved
● Fresh parsley, for garnish
Directions
1. Season lamb:
To prepare the American lamb. Season generously with salt and pepper.
2. Brown lamb:
In a dutch oven, over medium-high heat, brown the lamb until it develops a nice crust on all sides, at least 3 minutes per side. Then remove it from the skillet and set aside.
1. Cook aromatics:
Combine the onion, garlic, ginger, Five Spice powder and a hefty pinch of salt in the skillet and cook until the onions become translucent, about 5 minutes.
2. Cook stew:
Next, add wine, stock or water, prunes and the browned lamb back to the pot. Once the liquid comes to a boil, reduce the heat to maintain a simmer, cover and continue cooking until the lamb becomes tender, about 1 1/2 - 2 hours.
3. Finish dish:
Garnish with fresh parsley.
USDA recommends the following time and temperature parameters
Ground Lamb
Internal temperature of 160°F
All Other Cuts
Internal temperature of 145°F, with a 3 minute rest
How to Cook American Lamb
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