Russian Lamb Pilaf
A traditional Russian dish made with lamb, pilaf, and spices, perfect for a hearty meal.
Ingredients
- ●1-1.5 kg Lamb shoulder
- ●500g Pilaf
- ●2 tbsp Olive oil
- ●1 large Onion
- ●3 cloves Garlic
- ●1 tsp Dried thyme
- ●to taste Salt
- ●to taste Black pepper
- ●1 cup Water
Instructions
- 1
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- 2
Add the lamb and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.
- 3
Remove the lamb from the skillet and set it aside.
- 4
Add the onion to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- 5
Add the garlic and cook for another minute.
- 6
Add the pilaf to the skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes.
- 7
Add the thyme, salt, and pepper to the skillet and stir to combine.
- 8
Add the water to the skillet and bring to a boil.
- 9
Return the lamb to the skillet and cover with a lid.
- 10
Transfer the skillet to the oven and cook at 180°C (350°F) for 1.5-2 hours, or until the lamb is tender.
- 11
Remove the skillet from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before serving.