Spring Lamb Stew with Ricotta Dumplings

Succulent braised lamb served with light spinach and ricotta dumplings and fresh spring vegetables in a savory lamb stock sauce.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 786.1 kcals 3144.5 kcals
Carbohydrates 39.5 grams 158.2 grams
Fat 44.6 grams 178.4 grams
Protein 55.5 grams 222.1 grams
Cook Time
105 mins
Produces
4 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients
125
g
Flour
00 or strong flour
Dairy
250
g
1
piece
Egg Yolk
beaten
2
tbsp
Liquids
Meat
900
g
NutsSeeds
0.5
head
1
sprig
1
sprig
OilsFats
2
tbsp
Vegetables
1
piece
1
piece
500
g
50
g
Peas
frozen
1
piece
Carrot
cut into 3cm chunks
4
piece
1
piece
Courgette
cut into 3cm chunks

Steps

  • Heat olive oil in a large frying pan and brown the lamb on both sides before transferring to a large saucepan.
  • Add chicken stock, onion, garlic, carrot, thyme, and rosemary to the saucepan.
  • Simmer slowly for 1½ hours until the lamb falls from the bone.
  • Remove and discard the vegetables and herbs, reserving the stock for later.
  • Blanch spinach for 30 seconds, chill in iced water, squeeze dry, and finely chop.
  • Beat ricotta over a pan of boiling water until smooth, then incorporate egg yolk, parmesan, and flour.
  • Fold in the chopped spinach and roll the dough into walnut-sized balls.
  • Cook dumplings in the simmering lamb stock for 5-8 minutes until they float.
  • Cook peas, carrots, turnips, and courgettes in more lamb stock for 6 minutes until tender.
  • Score and blanch tomatoes in boiling water for 8 seconds, then peel.
  • Combine the lamb with enough stock to form a sauce and serve topped with vegetables, tomatoes, and dumplings.