Lamb in cherry and port wine sauce with mint
4 servings
30 minutes
This exquisite recipe transports us to the atmosphere of refined European cuisine, where the harmony of flavors transforms simple ingredients into a gastronomic masterpiece. Tender lamb infused with sweet notes of cherry and rich aromas of port wine gains special depth from balsamic vinegar and cardamom. The light freshness of mint finishes the taste with an exquisite chord, creating a balance between richness and delicacy. The dish is perfect for a festive dinner or special evening, served with a glass of red wine or aromatic sides. Each bite envelops you in warmth and richness of flavors, leaving an unforgettable impression of haute cuisine.
1
Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Olive oil: 2 teaspoons
2
Cut the meat into 4 pieces and rub with salt and pepper. Place in a pan and fry, turning, for about 10 minutes for medium doneness. Transfer to a plate and cover with foil.
- Lamb on the bone: 560 g
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
3
Remove excess fat from the pan and add finely chopped shallots. Sauté for 1 minute. Then add port wine, broth, cherry, jam, vinegar, and cardamom. Bring to a boil and cook for about 6 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly. Season with salt and pepper.
- Shallots: 25 g
- Red port wine: 0.8 glass
- Chicken broth: 0.5 glass
- Dried cherries: 100 g
- Cherry jam: 3 tablespoons
- Balsamic vinegar: 1 tablespoon
- Ground cardamom: 0.5 teaspoon
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
4
Pour the sauce over the meat and sprinkle with chopped mint. Serve.
- Fresh mint: to taste