Corsican Lamb Stew (Ragoût d'Agneau Corse)

Ragoût d'Agneau Corse, or Corsican Lamb Stew, is a traditional dish from the beautiful island of Corsica. This hearty and flavorful stew is a perfect representation of Corsican cuisine, with its emphasis on fresh, local ingredients and bold, rustic flavors.

Corsican Lamb Stew (Ragoût d'Agneau Corse)

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs lamb shoulder, cut into chunks
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 carrots, sliced
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup red wine
  • 2 cups beef or lamb broth
  • 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Season the lamb chunks with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the lamb and cook until browned on all sides. Remove the lamb from the pot and set aside.
  3. Reduce the heat to medium and add the onion and garlic to the pot. Cook until softened.
  4. Add the carrots and celery, and cook for a few minutes.
  5. Pour in the red wine and simmer for 5 minutes, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
  6. Return the lamb to the pot and add the diced tomatoes, broth, and rosemary. Bring to a simmer, then cover and cook for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the lamb is tender.
  7. Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper, and serve hot.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
2 hours
Total time:
2 hours
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
15g
Fat
20g

Supplies

Large pot Cutting board Knife Spatula Measuring cups and spoons

Tools

Ladle Tongs Cooking spoon

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestions: Serve the Ragoût d'Agneau Corse with crusty bread or over a bed of creamy polenta.

Tips & tricks

Tips: For an extra depth of flavor, marinate the lamb in the red wine and rosemary for a few hours before cooking.

Cost

$25