Thursday 21 May 2009

Lamb with garlic and herb risotto


Ingredients (serves 2 with leftovers):
arborio rice (approx 2 cups)
1 white onion, chopped
2 large cloves of garlic, chopped
1 sprig of rosemary, chopped
2 sprigs of thyme
pinch of dried oregano
a few mint leaves
1/2 pack chestnut mushrooms, sliced
1/2 bag spinach
1/2 cup of peas
approx 400ml veg, lamb or chicken stock
approx 300ml white wine
parmesan, to taste
salt & pepper
olive oil
lamb (either rack, chops, cutlets etc)
  1. Fry the onion and garlic until soft
  2. Add the mushrooms and herbs and cook for another 5 minutes or so, season with salt and pepper
  3. Add the rice and stir through to coat the grains
  4. Start to add the stock and wine in stages and keep adding liquid when it needs it
  5. After about 15-20 minutes put the lamb chops/cutlets under the grill and cook to your liking
  6. Add the spinach and peas to the risotto for the last 5 minutes of cooking. Add the grated parmesan and adjust the seasoning
  7. Serve the lamb on top of the garlic and herb risotto

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