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Chinese Spicy Lamb & Cumin

Cultural Context

Originating from the Xinjiang region of China, Spicy Lamb with Cumin reflects the culinary influences of the Muslim Uighur population. This dish is celebrated for its bold flavors, combining the warmth of cumin with the heat of chilies, often enjoyed in communal settings. Today, it has gained popularity across China and beyond, with variations that cater to local tastes and ingredient availability.

ChineseCNmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
400g Lamb Fillet
1 Onion
2 Cloves Garlic
1cm Ginger
5 Stems Coriander
1 Tbsp Chilli Flakes
1 Tbsp Cumin Seeds
2 Tbsp Unsalted Roasted Peanuts
3 Tbsp Cornflour
1 Tbsp Soy Sauce
Salt to Taste

lamb

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is lower in fat and pork is often less expensive.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free and liquid aminos is often cheaper.

1

Finely chop the ginger, garlic and coriander.

2

Cut the onion into small cubes.

3

Cut the lamb into small cubes, place into a mixing bowl and toss with cornflour.

4

Heat 1 litre of oil in the wok until smoking hot.

5

Place the lamb in the wok and deep fry for 3 minutes, remove from oil and drain.

6

Heat 1 Tbsp oil in the wok.

7

Add the chilli flakes, cumin seeds, peanuts, garlic, ginger and onion. Fry for few seconds until fragrant.

8

Add the lamb, soy sauce, salt to your taste – stir-fry for 2 minutes.

9

Add coriander and stir.

10

Transfer to a dish and serve.

Cooking Techniques

marinatingstir-fryingtoasting

Equipment Needed

wok

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Allergens

soy

Also Known As

Lamb with CuminCumin Lamb Stir-Fry

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