Chinese Lamb, Cumin & Leek Stir-fry

Name: Chinese Lamb, Cumin & Leek Stir-fry
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 500g (1lb) lamb leg steaks (you could also use lamp rump or backstrap), cut into 1.5cm (about ⅝ inch) chunks; 3 tsp dark soy sauce; 2 tbsp soy sauce; 1 1/2 tbsp Chinese Shaoxing wine; 1/2 tsp ground white pepper, or to taste; 2 tbsp cornflour (cornstarch); 2 1/2 tbsp vegetable oil; 1 leek, finely sliced (or cut into 8cm/3-inch matchsticks); 5 cloves of garlic, chopped; 1.5cm (about ⅝-inch) piece ginger, finely grated; handful dried chillies (optional); 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds; steamed rice, to serve; Spice mix; 1 tbsp ground cumin; 2 tsp chilli flakes (or to taste); 1 tsp caster (superfine) sugar

Prep Time

15m

Cook Time

10m

Total Time

25m

This Chinese Lamb, Cumin & Leek Stir-fry is a fragrant and flavorful dish. Tender lamb is marinated in a mix of soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, and cumin, then stir-fried with leeks, garlic, and ginger. Served with steamed rice, it's a delicious and satisfying meal with a perfect balance of savory and spicy flavors.

Chinese Cuisine

Dinner

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