Braised Lamb Chops
Tender lamb ribs are braised with aromatic spices and carrots in a savory soy-based sauce.
Story
The kitchen fills with the warm aroma of toasted spices as the lamb simmers slowly, absorbing the rich flavors of soybean paste and seasonings. By the time the sauce thickens and clings to the meat, the carrots have turned tender, creating a hearty and comforting dish perfect for a simple meal.
Ingredients
Lamb ribs
500g
Carrot
1 piece
Scallion
1 segment
Ginger
1 piece
Garlic
4 cloves
Sichuan peppercorns
10g
Star anise
2 pieces
Bay leaf
2 leaves
Cinnamon bark
1 small piece
Fennel
10g
Cooking wine
2 tbsp
White sugar
1 tbsp
Dark soy sauce
2 tbsp
Soy sauce
1 tbsp
Yellow bean sauce
2 tbsp
Salt
a pinch
Instructions
1
Step 1
Place water in a pot, add the lamb ribs, bring to a boil, skim off the foam, and remove to set aside.
2
Step 2
Prepare the supporting ingredients.
3
Step 3
Place oil in a pot, add Sichuan peppercorns, star anise, cinnamon bark, fennel, and bay leaves, and stir-fry until fragrant.
4
Step 4
Add the lamb ribs, green onion, ginger, and garlic and stir-fry.
5
Step 5
Add dark soy sauce, soy sauce, soybean paste, white sugar, and cooking wine and stir-fry.
6
Step 6
Add hot water, bring to a boil over high heat, then simmer over low heat for 1 hour until only a small amount of sauce remains.
7
Step 7
Add carrot chunks and stew until the sauce reduces, then add a little salt according to taste.
8
Step 8
Serve.
