Smoky Paprika Lamb Shank Parcels Food

PAPRIKA LAMB SHANKS

Steps:

• Heat a layer of vegetable oil in a heavy-bottomed pot and brown the shanks all over, seasoning once the shanks are sealed and remove.
• Add a little fresh oil, if needed and gently saute the capsicum, garlic and onions until tender, regularly stirring.
• Then add the paprika and stir until the spice is toasted.
• Add 2 tablespoons flour, mix in until well incorporated and cook for a few minutes.
• Pour in the wine and stock and add the tomatoes with a decent amount of seasonings and stir well and return the shanks to the pot, together with the carrots and mix well and cover and bring to the boil.
• Then turn down the heat and very gently simmer for about 1 1/2 hours until the meat is very tender (the time will depend on the size of your shanks) and almost falling of the bone.
• Combine the sour cream and remaining flour in a bowl (this is important as it will stop the sour cream from splitting).
• Remove the shanks and add the sour cream mixture to the pot and whisk well, taste for seasoning and then add the parsley with the cooked noodles.

VEAL OR LAMB PAPRIKASH

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
• Bring the meat to room temperature. Pat the meat dry with paper towels, then sprinkle liberally with salt and pepper and dredge in flour. Heat a drizzle of EVOO in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the meat in batches and cook until deep brown all over. Transfer to a plate.
• Add another drizzle of EVOO to the pot and reduce the heat to medium. Add the butter and let it melt into the oil. Add the onions and cook until very tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Add 3 tablespoons paprika, the cumin, garlic, bay leaves, bell peppers and tomatoes, and stir to combine and heat through, 1 to 2 minutes. Add the stock and wine then return the meat to the pot. Cover with a lid, transfer the pot to the oven and cook until the meat is tender, about 2 hours.
• Remove the meat to a platter and cover with foil. Using an immersion blender, puree the sauce in the pot. Stir in the creme fraiche and cook until the sauce is reduced, 20 to 30 minutes. Return the meat to the pot. (If you are not serving immediately, cool the stew and then refrigerate until ready to use. Reheat in a moderate oven or over a medium flame.) Just before serving, stir in the remaining 1 teaspoon paprika to brighten the flavor.
• For garnish, fry the caperberries in a little EVOO until crisp. Top the stew with a few dollops of creme fraiche and the fried caperberries. (The green, red and white colors signify the Hungarian flag.)
• Any leftover stew is great for lunch or with poached eggs.

SMOKY PAPRIKA LAMB SHANK PARCELS

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 180C (350F).
• Place the paprika, salt and oil in a bowl and mix to combine. Rub the lamb shanks with the paprika mixture.
• Cut 4 x 30cm (12in) squares of non-stick baking paper and layer 2 sheets to make 2 squares. (We had to cut an extra larger piece to enclose the shank).
• Divide the onion, tomato, chilli, garlic, bay leaves and thyme between the paper and place in the centre.
• Top each square with a shank.
• Place the wine and brown sugar in a bowl and mix to combine. Divide between the squares.
• Bring the ends of the paper together and secure with kitchen string to enclose.
• Place the parcels on a large baking tray and roast for 2 hours or until tender.
• Place the parcels in bowls and open carefully, allowing the steam to escape. Top with basil leaves and sprinkle with lemon rind to serve.

LAMB PARCELS EN PAPILLOTE

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 200 degrees centigrade.
• Cut four 40cm circles out of baking parchment. Rub each circle with a little olive oil, then place a leg steak on one half. Scatter over the onion, garlic, oregano, and a little salt and pepper.
• Top with a bay leaf and then fold in half to form a semi circle. Fold over the edges to seal then, just before you have completely enclosed the steak, pour in a little white wine, then finish off the folding, ensuring that the steaks are completely sealed.
• Place the parcels on a baking sheet and bake for 30 minutes. Carefully transfer each parcel to a plate and serve.