A Stir-fry of Broccoli and Lamb Recipe

Name: A Stir-fry of Broccoli and Lamb
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: broccoli a large handful of florets; green onions 3; garlic 3 plump cloves; hot red chiles 2; peanut oil 3 tablespoons; ground lamb 10 1/2 ounces (300g); a lime; nam pla (Thai fish sauce) 1 tablespoon; sugar a teaspoon; cilantro leaves a small handful

Servings: persons

1
Blanch the florets of broccoli in boiling water for one minute.
2
Drain and set aside.
3
Chop the green onions, removing the darkest green leaves as you go.
4
Peel the garlic and chop it finely, then seed and chop the chiles.
5
Get the oil really hot in a shallow pan or wok, then cook the onions, garlic, and chiles until soft but not colored, moving them quickly round the pan as you go.
6
It will appear there is too much oil, but bear with me.
7
Add the ground lamb and let it color appetizingly.
8
It should go a rich golden color.
9
Add the drained broccoli.
10
In a small bowl, mix the juice of the lime with the nam pla and sugar.
11
Add to the hot pan and let sizzle briefly, scraping at the gooey stickings on the bottom of the pan and stirring them in as you go.
12
Check the seasoningyou may need a little saltand stir in the cilantro.

No nutrition data on file — estimate from the ingredient list.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: broccoli a large handful of florets, green onions 3, garlic 3 plump cloves, hot red chiles 2, and more.

Yes, A Stir-fry of Broccoli and Lamb falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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A Stir-fry of Broccoli and Lamb

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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