Krk Lamb with Pag Cheese (Krk janjetina s paškim sirom)

Krk janjetina s paškim sirom (Krk Lamb with Pag Cheese) is a traditional Croatian dish that combines the flavors of tender lamb with the rich and tangy Pag cheese. This dish is a perfect representation of the delicious and diverse cuisine of Croatia.

Krk Lamb with Pag Cheese (Krk janjetina s paškim sirom)

Ingredients

  • 1 kg lamb, cut into pieces
  • 200g Pag cheese, grated
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 cup white wine
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the lamb pieces and brown them on all sides.
  3. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and cook until softened.
  4. Pour in the white wine and let it simmer for a few minutes.
  5. Season with salt and pepper, then cover and let it cook for 1 hour, or until the lamb is tender.
  6. Sprinkle the grated Pag cheese over the lamb and let it melt before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
1 hour
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
400 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
10g
Fat
30g

Supplies

Large pot Cutting board Knife Grater Serving platter

Tools

Stovetop Oven mitts

Serving suggestions

Serve the Krk lamb with Pag cheese alongside a fresh salad and crusty bread.

Tips & tricks

For an extra flavor boost, sprinkle some fresh herbs like rosemary or thyme over the dish before serving.

Cost

$25