Lamb with saffron recipe

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In Italian this is 'agnello allo zafferano', an easy and delicious recipe any time of the year. The zone of Spoleto actually produces saffron so look to buy a small pot or packet there to make the authentic dish.

SUGGESTED LINKS

Accademia dello Zafferano, Perugia - accademiaitalianazafferano.com

The history of saffron in Abruzzo

Ingredients

a joint of lamb, olive oil, saffron, white wine, broth, salt and pepper

Making it

Put the lamb in a casserole dish with the salt and pepper and olive oil.

Gently fry stirring frequently until the meat is brown.

Do add now and again a little stock until the lamb is cooked.

Just before removing from the heat, add the saffron which has been mixed with the remaining broth.

 

Additional Info

  • Conversion Table: 1 lb (16oz) = 450 gr; 1/2 lb (8oz) = 225gr 1oz = 25gr; 1kg = 2lb 3oz; 500gr = 1lb 3oz; 250gr = 9oz; 100gr = 3.5oz; 1 teaspoon = 0.33 fl oz; 1 cup = 0.5 pints (8fl oz); 1 litre = 35 fl oz
Last modified on Monday, 14 November 2011 14:00
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