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Steamed Lamb Ragu

The kind of Italian plate you make on repeat. chilli and pecorino, a proper steam, and a finish of fresh herbs.

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Prep12 min
Cook15 min
Serves6
LevelEasy
Free to cook
Steamed Lamb Ragu
Method

How to cook it

Prep everything first: chop the aromatics, measure the chilli and pecorino elements, and pat the lamb dry so it colours well.

Warm the olive oil in a large pan over a medium heat and soften the onion and garlic until sweet and translucent, about 5 minutes.

Turn up the heat and add the lamb. Steam over simmering water until just tender and vibrant, then dress while warm.

Stir in the extra-virgin olive oil and the rest of the chilli and pecorino flavours, letting them cook out for a minute until fragrant.

Add the spinach along with a splash of stock or water, then cook briskly until everything is tender and the sauce clings.

Tested in the Stewart & Musell kitchen. Timings assume a standard home oven and hob.

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