Braised Lamb Leg
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Braised Lamb Leg

timer 60 MIN
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person 4 servings
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Braised Lamb Leg

About This Recipe

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!

Instructions

Detailed preparation guide

servings 4
Total Time 60m

shopping_basket Ingredients

Main Ingredients
  • lamb leg 500g
The aromatics
  • cornstarch 50g
  • egg 1 large
The sauce & seasonings
  • Sichuan peppercorns 1 tsp
  • numbing peppercorns 1 tsp
  • star anise 2 pieces
  • oyster sauce 3 tbsp
  • cooking wine 2 tbsp
  • five-spice powder 1 tsp
  • scallions 2 stalks
  • oil 50ml

menu_book Directions

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Step 1
Step 1
Cut the lamb leg into small pieces.
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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.
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Step 3
Step 3
Stir the mixture until the lamb is well coated with the seasonings.
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Step 4
Step 4
Cover the mixture with plastic wrap, refrigerate for at least 4 hours to marinate.
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Step 5
Step 5
Place the marinated lamb in a steamer, steam for 20 minutes.
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Step 6
Step 6
Remove the lamb from the steamer and drain excess water.
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Step 7
Step 7
Mix cornstarch and egg to make a batter, coat each piece of lamb with the batter.
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Step 8
Step 8
Heat oil in a wok, fry the battered lamb pieces until golden brown on both sides.
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Step 9
Step 9
Sprinkle chopped scallions on top of the fried lamb as garnish.
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Step 10
Step 10
The dish is ready.

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