Cajun Lamb With Rice Recipe

Name: Cajun Lamb With Rice Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 x Boneless lamb sirloin roast (approx. 2 lbs); 2 Tbsp. Veg. oil; 1 sm Onion, minced; 1 x Red bell pepper, diced; 1 x Green bell pepper, diced; 1 lb Tomatoes, sliced, in puree; 1 1/2 c. Chicken stock; 1/2 tsp Basil; 1/2 tsp Grated lemon peel; 1/2 tsp Chili pwdr; 1 c. Rice; 1 tsp Salt; 1/2 tsp Cayenne pepper; 1/4 tsp Black pepper; 1/4 tsp Paprika; 1/8 tsp Garlic pwdr

Servings: persons

1 x Boneless lamb sirloin roast (approx. 2 lbs)
2 Tbsp. Veg. oil
1 sm Onion, minced
1 x Red bell pepper, diced
1 x Green bell pepper, diced
1 lb Tomatoes, sliced, in puree
1 1/2 c. Chicken stock
1/2 tsp Basil
1/2 tsp Grated lemon peel
1/2 tsp Chili pwdr
1 c. Rice
1 tsp Salt
1/2 tsp Cayenne pepper
1/4 tsp Black pepper
1/4 tsp Paprika
1/8 tsp Garlic pwdr

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Trim the lamb of any excess fat.
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Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Mix together the spice mix ingredients, and rub over the lamb.
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Let stand for 15 min.
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Heat oil in a skillet.
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Sear the lamb till all sides are browned.
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Remove lamb to a roasting pan.
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Roast lamb for 35 to 40 min.
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While the lamb is cooking, add in onions and peppers to the skillet used for searing the lamb.
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Saute/fry till soft.
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Add in tomatoes, chicken stock, basil, lemon and chili pwdr.
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Bring to a boil and add in the rice.
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Reduce heat and simmer till liquid is absorbed.
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NOTES:* This is a spicy lamb dish which I picked up originally from a local newspaper.
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* Often when boning a leg of lamb you end up with a very ragged piece of meat.
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Just chop it up into boxy pcs and use more spice mix to cover all the surfaces.
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You will be slicing up the roast before serving anyhow.
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Difficulty: easy.
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Time: 1 hour.
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Precision: measure the spices.

552

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 x Boneless lamb sirloin roast (approx. 2 lbs), 2 Tbsp. Veg. oil, 1 sm Onion, minced, 1 x Red bell pepper, diced, and more.

Yes, Cajun Lamb With Rice Recipe falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!