Lamb Stew, With Fava Beans, Swiss Chard Recipe

Name: Lamb Stew, With Fava Beans, Swiss Chard
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 pounds lamb stewing meat, with bones; 1 medium onion, sliced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 3 pieces lemon peel; 1 teaspoon turmeric; 1 teaspoon Hungarian paprika; 1 teaspoon cumin; 1 cup water; 1 bunch Swiss chard, stalks removed; 1 1/2 pounds fava beans, shelled; 6 medium leeks, cut in 1 1/2 inch slices; Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper to taste; Fresh coriander or parsley to garnish, chopped

Servings: persons

2 pounds lamb stewing meat, with bones
1 medium onion, sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
3 pieces lemon peel
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon Hungarian paprika
1 teaspoon cumin
1 cup water
1 bunch Swiss chard, stalks removed
1 1/2 pounds fava beans, shelled
6 medium leeks, cut in 1 1/2 inch slices
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
Fresh coriander or parsley to garnish, chopped

1
Remove excess fat from lamb and cut the meat into one-and-onehalf-inch pieces.
2
Using a large casserole dish about 12 inches across, or an earthenware dish that can be used on top of a flame, brown the pieces of lamb.
3
If there is a lot of fat pour off the excess.
4
Add the onions, lemon peel and garlic.
5
Sprinkle with the turmeric, paprika and cumin.
6
Add one cup water.
7
Cover and simmer over low heat for one hour, stirring occasionally.
8
Meanwhile soak the leeks in cold water and rinse thoroughly, making sure there is no grit in the stalks.
9
Carefully wash the Swiss chard and tear into large pieces.
10
Add the leeks, beans and Swiss chard in that order to the casserole.
11
Season with salt and pepper.
12
Cover and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
13
If necessary, add a little more water (the chard should be provide some more liquid of its own).
14
When the beans and leeks are tender, remove from the stove, sprinkle with parsley or coriander and serve.

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 pounds lamb stewing meat, with bones, 1 medium onion, sliced, 2 cloves garlic, minced, 3 pieces lemon peel, and more.

Yes, Lamb Stew, With Fava Beans, Swiss Chard 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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Lamb Stew, With Fava Beans, Swiss Chard

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