Ricette di Sicilia

Name: Braised Lamb: A Tasty Sicilian Dish
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 2 h
Total time: 2 h 30 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 1.2 kg of lamb pieces; 800 g of potatoes; 50 g of grated Sicilian pecorino cheese; 100 g of caciocavallo or fresh pecorino cheese; 1 onion; 1 lemon; 2 cloves of garlic; A bunch of parsley; Half a glass of red wine; Extra virgin olive oil; Salt; Freshly ground black pepper

Cibo, cultura e tradizioni siciliane

Braised Lamb: A Tasty Sicilian Dish

Discover braised lamb, a Sicilian dish rich in flavours, perfect for festivities and any special occasion.

Author: Vito Costa • Published on: March 3, 2015

Categories: Easter recipes Main courses Meat main courses

Tags: garlic caciocavallo cheese lamb meat onions lemons extra virgin olive oil potatoes pecorino cheese black pepper parsley salt wine red wine

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Prep Time

30 minutes

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Cook Time

2 hours

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Servings

4 people

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Difficulty

Medium

💰 Moderate

🗓️ Spring

⭐ 4.8/5

🛒 Ingredients

✓ 1.2 kg of lamb pieces

✓ 800 g of potatoes

✓ 50 g of grated Sicilian pecorino cheese

✓ 100 g of caciocavallo or fresh pecorino cheese

✓ 1 onion

✓ 1 lemon

✓ 2 cloves of garlic

✓ A bunch of parsley

✓ Half a glass of red wine

✓ Extra virgin olive oil

✓ Salt

✓ Freshly ground black pepper

📊 Nutritional Information

Calories

750 kcal

Protein

40 g

Fat

45 g

Carbohydrates

50 g

Fiber

5 g

Sugars

4 g

Sodium

1.5 g

Braised lamb is an iconic dish of Sicilian culinary tradition, particularly loved during Easter celebrations.
This dish combines tender lamb with the richness of stewed potatoes, offering a unique culinary experience. Its name, agneḍḍu aggrassatu, in Sicilian, evokes images of family kitchens where the aroma of red wine and Mediterranean herbs fills the air.
Perfect for a Sunday lunch or a special dinner, it's a dish that tells stories of traditions passed down through generations. The lamb, slow-cooked, becomes tender and juicy, while the potatoes absorb the flavour of the sauce, making every bite a burst of taste.

👨‍🍳 Preparation

1

Wash the lamb in water and lemon juice, then dry it well.
2

Brown the lamb in a pan with the thinly sliced onion and 5 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil.
3

Once the meat is well browned, add the red wine and let it evaporate.
4

Cover with hot water and add the chopped garlic and parsley.
5

Add black pepper, salt and cook on low heat for about an hour.
6

Add the peeled and diced potatoes and continue cooking for another 40 minutes.
7

A few minutes before turning off, sprinkle with grated pecorino and pieces of caciocavallo.
8

Serve the braised lamb hot.

💡 Tips and Variations

For an extra touch, you can add black olives halfway through cooking. If you prefer a more delicate flavour, replace the red wine with white wine.

📦 Storage

• Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
• You can freeze the cooked dish for a month.
• Reheat in the oven at 160°C for 10 minutes before serving.

🍷 Pairing

Pair the braised lamb with a good glass of Cerasuolo di Vittoria, a Sicilian red wine with a fruity and harmonious flavour that perfectly complements the richness of the dish.

Thank you for exploring this traditional recipe with me! I hope the braised lamb brings a taste of Sicily to your table. Try cooking it and share this dish with your loved ones.

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Ricette di Sicilia

Braised Lamb: A Tasty Sicilian Dish