Mexican Green Rice With Lamb Recipe
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When it comes to bold flavors and comforting meals, Mexican cuisine often takes center stage. This Mexican Green Rice with Lamb recipe combines tender lamb and vibrant green rice into a dish that’s as visually stunning as it is delicious. Whether you’re preparing dinner for a family gathering or looking for a unique dish to impress guests, this recipe is sure to deliver.
Ingredients
- 500g lamb rump steaks
- 1 1/2 cups long-grain rice
- 2 1/4 cups chicken stock
- 2 tbsp chopped pickled jalapeño chillies
- 2 tbsp pickling liquid
- 2 green shallots (diced)
- 2 garlic cloves (chopped)
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 bunch fresh parsley (coarsely chopped)
- 2 small bunches fresh coriander (coarsely chopped)
- Sliced long fresh green chilli
- Fresh rocket
- Lime halves
How to Make Mexican Green Rice with Lamb
- Process the coriander, parsley, pickled jalapeño, shallot, garlic, and pickling liquid in a food processor until a coarse paste forms.
- In a large frying pan, heat oil over high heat.
- Add the lamb and cook for 2 minutes. Sprinkle the cumin over the lamb, then turn the lamb, and cook for a further 2 minutes for medium.
- Season as you’d like, then transfer to a plate. Cover with foil, then set aside for 5 minutes to rest. Thinly slice the lamb.
- Add oil in a separate pot and heat over high heat.
- Pour in the dry rice grains and brown the rice. Add 3/4 of the coriander and parsley mixture into the pan and stir until the rice grains are evenly covered. Stir in the lime juice. Let it cook for a minute or two.
- Add the chicken stock to the pot and bring to a boil. Reduce to a low simmer once it boils, then cover the pot. Cook for 15 minutes or until the rice is tender.
- Divide the rice mixture among serving bowls and top with the lamb.
- Dollop the remaining herb paste over the lamb. Top with rocket and extra coriander.
- Serve with lime halves on the side.
Recipe Tips
- For a milder dish, remove the seeds from the jalapeños. If you prefer more spice, leave the seeds intact or add an extra pepper.
- Use fresh herbs for the green rice to maximize flavor and achieve a vibrant green color.
- Allow the lamb to rest for 5-10 minutes before serving to lock in the juices.
Final Note
This recipe is a delightful fusion of tender, slow-cooked lamb and fragrant, herbaceous rice. The green rice’s vibrant color and earthy flavor pair beautifully with the spiced lamb, creating a balanced, satisfying, and nourishing meal.
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