Sicilian Lamb Patties Braised With Eggplant, Pepper

Name: Sicilian Lamb Patties Braised With Eggplant, Peppers, and Tomato
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ½ cup fresh breadcrumb; ¼ cup water; 1 14 lbs ground lamb; ½ cup finely grated pecorino cheese; 1 large egg, beaten to blend; 1 tablespoon chopped of fresh mint; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh marjoram; 1 teaspoon coarse kosher salt; ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; ⅛ teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1 large eggplant, unpeeled, cut into 1-inch cubes (1 to 1 1/4 pounds); 6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided; coarse kosher salt; 1 large red bell pepper, halved, seeded, cut into 1/2-inch-wide strips; 1 cup finely chopped onion; 1 ⅓ cups dry white wine; 3 large garlic cloves, minced; 2 cups chopped seeded peeled red heirloom tomatoes; 2 teaspoons chopped fresh marjoram

Servings: persons

½ cup fresh breadcrumb
¼ cup water
1 14 lbs ground lamb
½ cup finely grated pecorino cheese
1 large egg, beaten to blend
1 tablespoon chopped of fresh mint
1 tablespoon chopped fresh marjoram
1 teaspoon coarse kosher salt
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
⅛ teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 large eggplant, unpeeled, cut into 1-inch cubes (1 to 1 1/4 pounds)
6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
coarse kosher salt
1 large red bell pepper, halved, seeded, cut into 1/2-inch-wide strips
1 cup finely chopped onion
1 ⅓ cups dry white wine
3 large garlic cloves, minced
2 cups chopped seeded peeled red heirloom tomatoes
2 teaspoons chopped fresh marjoram

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For lamb patties:.
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Combine breadcrumbs and 1/4 cup water in small bowl.
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Soak 5 minutes.
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Squeeze all water from crumbs.
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Place crumbs in large bowl.
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Add lamb and remaining ingredients; mix gently to combine.
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Shape into 12 oval patties, each about 2 1/2 inches long and 3/4 inch thick.
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For eggplant mixture:.
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Preheat oven to 350F Combine cubed eggplant and 4 tablespoons oil in large bowl and toss to coat.
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Spread eggplant out on rimmed baking sheet; sprinkle with coarse kosher salt and pepper.
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Bake 12 minutes.
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Turn eggplant over and bake until soft, about 12 minutes longer.
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Heat 1 tablespoon oil in large deep skillet over medium-high heat.
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Add lamb patties and saute until brown, about 3 minutes per side.
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Transfer lamb patties to plate.
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Add bell pepper strips to drippings in skillet; saute until beginning to soften, about 4 minutes.
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Transfer bell pepper to plate with lamb.
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Reduce heat to medium.
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Add remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil and chopped onion to same skillet.
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Cover and cook until onion is soft, stirring occasionally, about 5 minutes.
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Add wine and garlic.
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Cook, scraping up browned bits, until wine is reduced to glaze, about 7 minutes.
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Return lamb and bell pepper to skillet; add eggplant, tomatoes, and marjoram.
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Reduce heat to medium-low.
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Cover and simmer until lamb is cooked through and vegetables are tender, about 12 minutes.
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If sauce is thin, simmer uncovered until thickened to desired consistency.
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Season sauce to taste with coarse salt and pepper.

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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 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ½ cup fresh breadcrumb, ¼ cup water, 1 14 lbs ground lamb, ½ cup finely grated pecorino cheese, and more.

Yes, Sicilian Lamb Patties Braised With Eggplant, Peppers, and Tomato falls under the Vegetarian 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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Sicilian Lamb Patties Braised With Eggplant, Peppers, and Tomato

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