Japanese Lamb Stew With Peanut Sauce (Omac) Recipe

Name: Japanese Lamb Stew With Peanut Sauce (Omac)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided; 3 lbs lamb, well trimmed, cut into 1 1/2 inch cubes; 2 large garlic cloves, peeled and crushed; 6 tablespoons soy sauce; 1 ½ tablespoons dark molasses; ½ cup smooth peanut butter; ⅓ cup dark brown sugar; 4 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; ¼ teaspoon ground red pepper; salt, to taste; fresh ground black pepper, to taste; 12-¾ cup water; ½ cup peanuts, chopped; 3 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish

Servings: persons

4 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
3 lbs lamb, well trimmed, cut into 1 1/2 inch cubes
2 large garlic cloves, peeled and crushed
6 tablespoons soy sauce
1 ½ tablespoons dark molasses
½ cup smooth peanut butter
⅓ cup dark brown sugar
4 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
¼ teaspoon ground red pepper
salt, to taste
fresh ground black pepper, to taste
12-¾ cup water
½ cup peanuts, chopped
3 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish

1
In a large, heavy casserole (Dutch oven), heat 2 tablespoons of the oil over medium-high heat until hot.
2
Add just enough lamb to cover the bottom of the pan without crowding and brown on all sides.
3
Remove the browned pieces with a slotted spoon to a bowl and continue browning the rest of the meat, adding additional oil as needed.
4
Add the garlic (to the now empty casserole pan or Dutch oven) and after a few seconds, the soy sauce, molasses, peanut butter, brown sugar, lemon juice, red pepper, salt and pepper.
5
Stir, scraping up any browned bits, and mix well.
6
Now stir in 1/2 cup water and return the meat to the casserole pan, cover and simmer until the meat is very tender, stirring occasionally, about 40-45 minutes.
7
If the sauce becomes too thick, add the remaining water.
8
A few minutes before serving, stir in the chopped peanuts.
9
Sprinkle with cilantro for garnish.
10
Serve with steamed white rice, brown rice, or even couscous and a vegetable like snow peas.

1575

kcal

Calories

111

Fat

Carbs

102

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided, 3 lbs lamb, well trimmed, cut into 1 1/2 inch cubes, 2 large garlic cloves, peeled and crushed, 6 tablespoons soy sauce, and more.

Yes, Japanese Lamb Stew With Peanut Sauce (Omac) 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.

Japanese Lamb Stew With Peanut Sauce (Omac)

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