Description
A rich stew where lamb, eggplants, and tomatoes are layered in an unglazed clay pot and slow-roasted without water.
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Recipe
Ingredients
- Lamb
- Eggplant
- Tomato
- Onion
- Potatoes
- Butter
Instructions
- Spread bite-sized lamb at the bottom of a clay pot (güveç). Layer roughly chopped onions, eggplants, potatoes, and zucchini on top. Cover entirely with diced tomatoes and scatter knobs of butter. Do not add water; rely on vegetable juices. Season with salt, pepper, and thyme. Seal tightly with foil and slow-roast in an oven until the meat is fall-apart tender.
Learn more Spice, substitutes, tips
Key spices
Thyme and vegetable broth
Substitutes at Japanese supermarkets
Meat for curry, Mixed summer vegetables, Clay pot
Pairing
Robust Red Wine
Trivia
[Hardcore] The clay pot's far-infrared effect and waterless cooking method draw out the umami to the absolute limit in this magical pot.
Eating tips & etiquette
[Unique Eating] Served bubbling hot in the clay pot; portion out and dip bread to enjoy the supremely concentrated umami soup!
Allergen
Dairy