Mary’s not the only one with a little lamb. And, as it turns out, there’s more in her cupboard than just mint sauce and peas, too.
There is a reason why traditional lamb is a long-standing favourite of so many (did someone say roast?) but there are also plenty of other ways to work this versatile number into your everyday cooking.
Here are our recommendations:
The Substantial Snack – Lamb Skewers with Crusty Potato Bits
Ideal for when you need a lamb dish that’s substantial, but not-quite-the main event. Cooking the rump cap on rosemary skewers adds a beautiful subtle flavour to the lamb, and, when paired with a tangy salsa verde and hot, messy potatoes, will appeal to even the most conventional of audiences.
Head to the Med – Mediterranean Grazing Platter
Our friends in the Mediterranean sure know how to lunch. This flavour-studded board combines the best of Middle Eastern cuisine – think pistachio, hummus, pomegranate, herbs and even Turkish delight! Lamb sausages are the perfect way to add bulk to a meal without adding too much to your workload.
Eat Your Greens – Winter Lamb Salad with Crusty Bread
Proof that salads can be hearty, too. Think caramelised roast root vegetables, tender lamb and crusty bread. Delicious. And it’s all you need for an easy midwinter lunch – you don’t even need to think about adding a side dish.
Wrapping it Up – Lamb Kofta Flatbreads with Smashed Cucumber
It wouldn’t be a lamb collection without at least one reference to Morocco – and you’d be hard-pressed to find something more delicious than this. Inspired by the vibrant flavours of the Middle East, this satisfying dinner is all you need to make your lamb sing. (Or bleat. But we hope it’s past that stage by then!)
Whether you’re working with mutton, hogget or lamb there are plenty of deceptively simple ways to take lamb beyond the traditional. Ewe will be a master at it in no time!
