Savory Lamb Stir-Fry
chinese, lamb
2 lamb leg center steaks, cut
1 inch thick (approx. 1 1/2 ibs.)
2 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoon olive oil, divided
2 teaspoon . cornstarch
2 cloves garlic, crushed, divided
1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves, crushed
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 medium red bell pepper, cut into l/s-inch; strips
4 oz's mushrooms, sliced
Combine lemon juice, 1 tablespoon oil, cornstarch, 1 clove garlic, oregano and salt. Trim excess fat from lamb steaks; remove bone. Cut lamb across the grain into l/s-inch thick slices. Place lamb in plastic bag; add marinade, turning to coat. Close bag securely and marinate in refrigerator 30 minutes. Heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil in wok or large non-stick skillet over medium high heat. Add 1 clove garlic; stir-fry 10 seconds. Add bell pepper and mushrooms; stir-fry 2-3 minutes. Remove vegetables, keep w arm. Stir-fry lamb (I/2 at a time) 2-3 minutes. Return lamb and vegetables to pan; heat through. Makes 4 servings.
PREP TIME: 20 minutes. Marinate: 30 minutes. Cook time: 15 minutes
FOOD FACTS: Per serving, 240 calories 240; 25g protein 25g; fat 13g; carbohydrate 5g; iron 2 mg (14 percent RDA); sodium 330 mg; cholesterol 81 mg.
From the files of Al Rice, North Pole Alaska. Feb 1994
Yield: 1 servings