Shiitake-Crusted Lamb Fillet With Tomato Chili Jam

Name: Shiitake-Crusted Lamb Fillet With Tomato Chili Jam
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 3/4 ounces dried shiitake mushrooms; 1/2 teaspoon chinese five spice powder; 1/2 cup flour; 2 eggs lightly beaten; 3 lamb fillets; 2 tablespoons peanut oil; salad choice, to serve; 2 teaspoons olive oil; 1 tablespoon ginger finely grated; 2 cloves garlic crushed; 2 cans diced tomatoes 14 oz each; 2/3 cup sweet chili sauce; 2 limes juiced; 2 tablespoons brown sugar

Servings: persons

1 3/4 ounces dried shiitake mushrooms
1/2 teaspoon chinese five spice powder
1/2 cup flour
2 eggs lightly beaten
3 lamb fillets
2 tablespoons peanut oil
salad choice, to serve
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 tablespoon ginger finely grated
2 cloves garlic crushed
2 cans diced tomatoes 14 oz each
2/3 cup sweet chili sauce
2 limes juiced
2 tablespoons brown sugar

1
Place dried mushrooms and Chinese five spice in a mini food processor; process until mushrooms are a fine crumb. Place on a plate and set aside.
2
Place flour on a separate plate; season with salt and pepper. Pour eggs into a shallow dish.
3
Coat lamb with seasoned flour, shaking off excess. Dip into beaten egg, followed by mushroom mixture, pressing firmly. Refrigerate 20 mins.
4
Meanwhile, for the tomato chili jam, heat oil in a large saucepan on medium heat. Saute ginger and garlic 1 min, until fragrant. Stir in tomatoes, chili sauce, lime juice and sugar. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low; simmer 15 mins, or until sauce has thickened slightly. Set aside to cool.
5
Preheat grill pan or large skillet on medium heat. Brush lightly with oil. Cook lamb 3-4 mins each side, or until desired doneness. Let stand, covered, 5 mins before slicing. Top with tomato chili jam and serve with salad.

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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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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: 1 3/4 ounces dried shiitake mushrooms, 1/2 teaspoon chinese five spice powder, 1/2 cup flour, 2 eggs lightly beaten, and more.

Yes, Shiitake-Crusted Lamb Fillet With Tomato Chili Jam 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!