Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
  • 3 1/2 ounces shallots halved
  • 12 ounces lamb leg steaks
  • 3 1/2 ounces shiitake mushrooms
  • 2/3 cup red wine
  • 1/2 cup lamb stock
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp water
  • 2 tomatoes quartered
  • 3 sprigs fresh rosemary
  • 1 bay leaf plus extra to garnish
  • new potatoes
  • green beans

Method

  • Heat oil and sugar in a large frying pan. Add shallots and saute for 2 mins, until golden. Season lamb then add to pan. Brown for 2-3 mins on 1 side. Turn lamb, add mushrooms and cook for 2 mins. Deglaze with wine and stock. Bring to a boil then add cornstarch slurry, tomatoes and herbs. Simmer for 3-4 mins, until thickened, stirring occasionally.
  • Garnish with bay leaves. Serve with new potatoes and green beans, if desired.