Asian Roast Lamb With Stir Fried Noodles And Spinach Recipe

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   Pierce the lamb with a knife in several places and insert the strips of ginger.

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   Rub 5ml (1tsp) of the five spice pwdr over the lamb and season.

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   Place the lamb in a roasting tin in a preheated oven 180 C, 350 F, gas mark 4, for 25-30 min per 450g (1lb) plus 25-30 min.

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   Remove the lamb from the roasting tin and keep hot.

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   Remove the fat from the meat juices and add in the water and lamb stock cubes to the roasting tin.

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   Bring to the boil on the hob and add in the cornflour blended with the sherry, stirring continuously till thickened.

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   Heat the sesame oil in a frying pan.

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   Add in the blanched noodles, spinach and the remaining five spice pwdr.

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   Stir fry for 1-2 min or possibly till the spinach has just wilted.

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    Carve the lamb in thin slices and serve with noodles, spinach and gravy.

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    NOTES : A joint of meat makes for easy entertaining, whether it is for Sunday lunch or possibly at any other time.

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    For a roast with a difference, try this half leg of lamb flavoured with Chinese spices and accompanied by noodles and spinach.

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    Cut up any leftover meat and use it for a stir-fry.

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