Lamb Fricassée

Lamb Fricassée is a traditional Greek dish that marries tender lamb with a medley of vegetables and aromatic herbs, all cooked to perfection. This Paleo-friendly version is perfect for a delightful BBQ experience, offering a hearty and flavorful meal.

Lamb Fricassée
50 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
Greek
450 kcal

Ingredients

  • Lamb shoulder - 300 grams, cut into chunks
  • Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
  • Onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
  • Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
  • Carrot - 1 medium, sliced
  • Celery - 1 stalk, chopped
  • Zucchini - 1 medium, diced
  • Tomatoes - 2 medium, diced
  • Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
  • Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
  • Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
  • Salt - to taste
  • Black pepper - to taste

Steps

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  4. Add the lamb chunks to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and brown on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.
  5. Incorporate the sliced carrot and chopped celery, stirring to combine, and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
  6. Stir in the diced zucchini and tomatoes, along with the dried oregano and lemon juice.
  7. Cover the skillet and let simmer on low heat for 25-30 minutes, or until the lamb is tender and the flavors meld together.
  8. Sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 450
  • Protein: 35 g
  • Carbs: 15 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Sugar: 5 g
  • Sodium: 320 mg
  • Cholesterol: 95 mg
  • Total Fat: 30 g
  • Saturated Fat: 10 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
  • Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

  • Rich in high-quality protein from lamb, supporting muscle health.
  • Packed with vitamins and minerals from vegetables, promoting overall health.

Tags

GreekPaleoBBQ