Braised Lamb Leg

Braised Lamb Leg

This **Crispy Sichuan-Spiced Lamb** is a mouthwatering dish that combines tender marinated lamb with bold, aromatic flavors. The lamb leg is first cut into bite-sized pieces and marinated with a rich blend of Sichuan peppercorns, numbing peppercorns, star anise, soy sauce, oyster sauce, and five-spice powder, creating a deeply savory and slightly numbing taste. After steaming to lock in moisture, the lamb is coated in a crispy cornstarch and egg batter, then fried to golden perfection for a satisfying crunch. Garnished with fresh scallions, this dish offers a perfect balance of tender meat, fragrant spices, and crispy texture. Ideal for those who love bold, spicy flavors with a delightful crunch, this recipe brings the authentic taste of Sichuan cuisine to your table. A must-try for lamb lovers and adventurous foodies alike!

60 Minutes
Advanced
4 servings

Ingredients

Metric US
4 serving

Main Ingredients

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lamb leg
500g

The aromatics

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cornstarch
50g
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egg
1 large

The sauce & seasonings

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Sichuan peppercorns
1 tsp
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numbing peppercorns
1 tsp
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star anise
2 pieces
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oyster sauce
3 tbsp
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cooking wine
2 tbsp
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five-spice powder
1 tsp
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scallions
2 stalks
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oil
50ml

Instructions

1. Step 1

Step 1
Cut the lamb leg into small pieces.

2. Step 2

Step 2
Mix the lamb pieces with Sichuan peppercorns, numbing peppercorns, star anise, soy sauce, oyster sauce, cooking wine, five-spice powder, salt, and sugar.

3. Step 3

Step 3
Stir the mixture until the lamb is well coated with the seasonings.

4. Step 4

Step 4
Cover the mixture with plastic wrap, refrigerate for at least 4 hours to marinate.

5. Step 5

Step 5
Place the marinated lamb in a steamer, steam for 20 minutes.

6. Step 6

Step 6
Remove the lamb from the steamer and drain excess water.

7. Step 7

Step 7
Mix cornstarch and egg to make a batter, coat each piece of lamb with the batter.

8. Step 8

Step 8
Heat oil in a wok, fry the battered lamb pieces until golden brown on both sides.

9. Step 9

Step 9
Sprinkle chopped scallions on top of the fried lamb as garnish.

10. Step 10

Step 10
The dish is ready.

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