Minced Lamb and Cucumber Hunan Stir Fry
This Minced Lamb and Cucumber Hunan Stir Fry is inspired by the vibrant and bold flavors of Hunan cuisine. Known for its spicy and aromatic notes, this dish balances the richness of minced lamb with the refreshing crunch of cucumber. It's a modern take on traditional Hunan stir-fries, offering a perfect blend of flavors and textures to enhance your dining experience.
Ingredients
500 grams ground lamb (minced lamb) - Preferably grass-fed for fuller flavor
1 medium cucumber - Peeled, halved, and thinly sliced
2 tablespoons soy sauce - Low sodium preferred
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
2 cloves garlic - Minced
1 inch ginger - Grated- 1 tablespoon chili paste - Adjust to taste
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon sesame oil - For finishing
2 stalks spring onions - Chopped
1 pinch salt - To taste
1 pinch ground black pepper - To taste
Instructions
- Heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat in a large wok or frying pan.
- Add the minced lamb and cook for 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until browned and cooked through. The meat should be fragrant and slightly crispy at the edges.
- Add the garlic, ginger, and chili paste to the lamb. Stir-fry for another two minutes until aromatic.
- Stir in the soy sauce and rice vinegar, mixing well.
- Add the cucumber slices and cook for an additional two minutes. The cucumber should remain slightly crisp.
- Remove from heat and drizzle with sesame oil.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste and garnish with chopped spring onions.
Notes
To enhance the flavor, consider adding a pinch of Sichuan peppercorn. For a milder version, reduce the amount of chili paste. For a vegetarian twist, substitute lamb with minced mushrooms.
Nutrition
Calories: 443kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 22gFat: 37gSaturated Fat: 14gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gTrans Fat: 0.04gCholesterol: 91mgSodium: 590mgPotassium: 410mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 104IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 37mgIron: 2mg
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