Shanghai Style Braised Lamb (上海红烧羊肉)

上海红烧羊肉 (Shanghai Style Braised Lamb) is a classic dish in Shanghai cuisine, known for its rich and savory flavors. This recipe combines tender lamb with aromatic spices and a savory sauce, creating a delicious and comforting dish that is perfect for family gatherings or special occasions.

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Shanghai Style Braised Lamb (上海红烧羊肉)

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs lamb shoulder, cut into chunks
  • 3 slices ginger
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 green onions, cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 2 star anise
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp dark soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp Shaoxing wine
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add ginger, garlic, and green onions. Stir-fry until fragrant.
  2. Add lamb chunks to the pot and brown on all sides.
  3. Pour in soy sauce, dark soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, and sugar. Stir to coat the lamb.
  4. Add star anise, cinnamon stick, and water to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 2 hours, or until the lamb is tender.
  5. Once the lamb is tender, remove the ginger, garlic, green onions, star anise, and cinnamon stick from the pot.
  6. Simmer the sauce until it thickens, then serve the braised lamb hot with steamed rice.

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
Fat
20g
Carbohydrates
15g

Supplies

Large pot Cooking spoon Knife

Tools

Stovetop

Serving suggestions

Serve the Shanghai Style Braised Lamb with steamed rice and a side of stir-fried vegetables for a complete and satisfying meal.

Tips & tricks

For an extra depth of flavor, marinate the lamb in the soy sauce, dark soy sauce, and Shaoxing wine for 1 hour before cooking.

Cost

$20