Moroccan lamb shank cornish pasties
“In the 17th and 18th centuries, Cornish pasties were the go-to portable lunch for miners, fishers, and farmers—practical, hearty parcels eaten hot or cold. I use up leftover casseroles and stews by simply shredding the meat and ensuring the sauce is thick enough to hold its shape without leaking. In this version, the traditional pasty takes on a North African twist with a…”
Greek lamb with orzo
“The orzo beautifully absorbs the flavour-soaked juicy lamb in this dish, which the little ones will love as much as the bigger ones.” - Nabula El Mourid
Mutabbal hamwi: Syrian layered aubergine dip
"This recipe came from our neighbour Mona, who grew up in Hama in Syria, her childhood home built along the river. A wonderful cook, she would make this layered dish whenever she came to one of our gatherings. It has lived on in our spreads ever since." - Karima Hazim Chatila & Siline Tabbouch
Polenta with sweet-spiced lamb ragù
“Sweet spices in a ragù are typical of northern Italian cooking, and they are surprisingly perfect with meats like lamb, beef and game. The star anise and cinnamon lend sweetness and depth, while the tomato, red wine and rosemary bring this back to more recognisable territory…
Spice-roast lamb with grape tzatziki
We love lamb, especially a roast leg, either cooked long, slow and on the bone, or boned, rolled, tied and blasted at 200C. This is a very simple take on a fast roasted boneless leg but for the sake of all that’s cute, woolly and goes ‘baaa’ when you pat it, do not overcook your lamb…