Lamb salad with basil and sesame
4 servings
40 minutes
Lamb salad with basil and sesame is a refined dish that combines the tenderness of roasted lamb, the freshness of basil, and the spiciness of sesame. Its roots trace back to European cuisine, where the harmonious combination of meat and herbs is valued. The lamb infused with garlic and cognac gives the salad a rich flavor, while sweet peppers and tomatoes add juiciness and brightness. Toasted sesame seeds introduce a light nutty note, making the dish's texture more interesting. This salad is perfect for both festive dinners and light yet nutritious lunches. The cognac sauce in which the meat was cooked emphasizes its rich taste, while basil adds freshness and a noble green note.
1
Cut the lamb into strips and fry in butter with garlic, salt, and pepper. Pour in the cognac 5 minutes before it's done.
- Lamb: 300 g
- Butter: 50 g
- Garlic: 2 cloves
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
- Cognac (brandy): 3 tablespoons
2
Wash the basil leaves and chop them.
- Basil: 50 g
3
Cut the sweet pepper into strips.
- Sweet pepper (capsicum): 1 piece
4
Cut the tomatoes into cubes.
- Tomatoes: 2 pieces
5
Roast sesame in a dry pan.
- Sesame seeds: 1 tablespoon
6
Combine the meat with the vegetables, add basil. Dress the salad with the cognac sauce in which the lamb was fried.
- Lamb: 300 g
- Sweet pepper (capsicum): 1 piece
- Tomatoes: 2 pieces
- Basil: 50 g
- Cognac (brandy): 3 tablespoons
7
Sprinkle the salad with sesame seeds.
- Sesame seeds: 1 tablespoon
