Estofado De Carnero (Lamb Stew) Recipe

Name: Estofado De Carnero (Lamb Stew)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 ancho chilies; 3 lbs boneless lamb stewing meat, in 2-inch cubes; 1 lb tomatoes, peeled seeded, and chopped (about 3 medium); 2 garlic cloves, chopped; 1/4 cup raisins; 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves; 1/8 teaspoon cinnamon; salt & freshly ground black pepper; 1 cup dry sherry; 1/4 cup toasted slivered almonds

Servings: persons

1
Prepare the chiles:
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Wash the chiles in cold water. Remove veins, stems, and seeds. Tear the pods roughly into pieces, place in a bowl and soak them in hot water, at least 1/2 cup, for an hour. Place the soaked chiles and their soaking liquid in a blender jar and blend to a thick puree.
3
Assemble the stew:
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Place the lamb, tomatoes, garlic, raisins, spices, and seasoning to taste in a heavy flameproof casserole which has a lid.
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Add enough water to the chile puree to make it the consistency of thin cream *(about 1 1/2 cups). Pour the puree over the meat, cover the casserole, bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer very gently until the lamb is tender when pierced with a fork, about 2 hours.
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Five minutes before serving, add the sherry. Sprinkle with almonds just before serving.

1147

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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: 3 ancho chilies, 3 lbs boneless lamb stewing meat, in 2-inch cubes, 1 lb tomatoes, peeled seeded, and chopped (about 3 medium), 2 garlic cloves, chopped, and more.

Yes, Estofado De Carnero (Lamb Stew) falls under the Soups & Stews 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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Estofado De Carnero (Lamb Stew)

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Variations & substitutions

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