Cumin Lamb
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Cumin Lamb

timer 15 MIN
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person 4 servings
Recipe
Cumin Lamb

About This Recipe

This Sichuan-inspired stir-fry combines tender lamb with crisp zucchini and aromatic spices for a bold, flavorful dish. Thinly sliced lamb is marinated in fragrant Sichuan peppercorn water, starch, and cooking wine, ensuring a juicy, velvety texture when stir-fried. The zucchini and onions add a fresh crunch, while scallions, garlic, and cumin infuse the dish with deep, savory notes. A finishing drizzle of hot oil and a sprinkle of chili peppers elevate the heat, creating a perfect balance of spice and umami. Quick to prepare yet packed with complex flavors, this stir-fry is a delicious twist on classic lamb dishes—ideal for spice lovers seeking a satisfying meal. Serve it hot for an unforgettable dining experience!

Instructions

Detailed preparation guide

servings 4
Total Time 15m

shopping_basket Ingredients

Main Ingredients
  • lamb 300g
  • zucchini 200g
The aromatics
  • onion 1 medium (150g)
  • scallions 2 stalks (30g)
The sauce & seasonings
  • starch 1 tbsp
  • cooking wine 1 tbsp
  • cumin 1 tsp
  • chili peppers 2 pieces
  • garlic 2 cloves
  • Sichuan peppercorns 1 tsp

menu_book Directions

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Step 1
Step 1
Prepare the ingredients, slice the zucchini, slice the lamb, chop the onion into strips, and soak the Sichuan peppercorns in water.
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Step 2
Step 2
After the Sichuan peppercorn water has cooled, mix it with the lamb, add a small amount of starch, and stir in cooking wine to coat evenly, then heat a pan with cold oil and stir-fry until cooked.
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Step 3
Step 3
Stir-fry the scallions and garlic, add the zucchini and cook until it’s slightly tender, then add the onion, lamb, cooking wine, salt, light soy sauce, and cumin, and stir-fry.
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Step 4
Step 4
After removing from the pan, sprinkle with cumin, chili peppers, and drizzle with a small amount of hot oil.

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