Xai Amb Mongetes Blanques (catalan-style Braised Lamb With White Beans)

Xai Amb Mongetes Blanques, or Catalan-style Braised Lamb with White Beans, is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cozy family dinner or a special occasion. This traditional Catalan recipe combines tender lamb with creamy white beans and aromatic herbs for a comforting and satisfying meal.

Gluten Free Dairy Free Main Course Catalan Catalan Cuisine Braised Lamb White Beans Stew
Xai Amb Mongetes Blanques (catalan-style Braised Lamb With White Beans)

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs lamb shoulder, cut into chunks
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tomatoes, diced
  • 1 cup dry white wine
  • 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 2 sprigs of fresh rosemary
  • 2 bay leaves
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cans (15 oz each) white beans, drained and rinsed
  • Chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Season the lamb chunks with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Brown the lamb in batches until golden brown on all sides. Remove and set aside.
  3. Add the chopped onion to the pot and sauté until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
  4. Stir in the diced tomatoes and cook for 5 minutes, allowing them to break down and release their juices.
  5. Pour in the white wine and deglaze the pot, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
  6. Return the lamb to the pot and add the broth, rosemary, and bay leaves. Bring to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook for 1.5 hours, stirring occasionally.
  7. After 1.5 hours, add the white beans to the pot and continue to cook, uncovered, for another 30 minutes until the lamb is tender and the beans are heated through.
  8. Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper, if needed. Discard the rosemary sprigs and bay leaves.
  9. Serve the Xai Amb Mongetes Blanques hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.

Cooking & Preparation

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

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
450 per serving
Protein
35g
Carbohydrates
25g
Fat
20g

Supplies

Dutch oven Cooking spoon Knife Cutting board

Tools

Stovetop

Serving suggestions

Serve the Xai Amb Mongetes Blanques with crusty bread or over steamed rice for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For a deeper flavor, marinate the lamb in the wine and herbs for a few hours or overnight before cooking.

Cost

$25