Greek Lamb Baked in Clay Pots
- Ready In:
- 4hrs 30mins
- Ingredients:
- 20
- Serves:
-
6
ingredients
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Basic dough
- 1 cup flour
- 1⁄4 cup water
- 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
- 1⁄4 teaspoon sugar
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Meat Filling
- 2 1⁄2 lbs lamb (cut into 1 1/2 inch chunks)
- 12 small whole onions (peeled)
- 6 medium potatoes (peeled and quartered)
- 2 stalks celery (cut into 1/4 inch pieces)
- 4 -5 pickled jalapeno peppers (seeded and chopped)
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1⁄2 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1⁄3 cup fresh dill (chopped)
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 6 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon dried thyme
- 2 teaspoons dried rosemary
- 1⁄2 teaspoon dried sage
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1⁄2 lb feta cheese (crumbled)
directions
- For the dough:.
- Note--Make enough dough to cover the clay pot(s). I double or triple the recipe depending on how many clay bowls I need to cover.
- Place flour in a bowl and mix in salt and sugar. Make a well in the center and add water. Mix together until dough is formed. Knead for 3-5 minutes. Cover and set aside until ready to use.
- When ready, roll out dough on floured surface. Make sure the dough is large enough to cover the opening of the clay dish with at least 2 inches over hang. I divide the dough into the number of bowls I need to cover and roll out each separately.
- For the filling:.
- In a large bowl mix all ingredients except feta.
- Transfer to clay pot(s) and top with feta.
- Gently cover the container(s) and seal around the edge with your finger. A little water helps.
- Place baking dish(s) on lowest rack in cold oven and turn heat to 275. Bake for 3 1/2 to 4 hours.
- Turn off oven, open door, and allow to cool for at least 20 minutes before removing.
- Serve hot.
RECIPE SUBMITTED BY
Pokey in San Antonio
United States
<p>I'm a retired USAF pilot (32 years), now as a Systems Engineer, I'm 10 years into a second career with an engineering firm, supporting the military. I love to hunt, fish, camp, hike and, of course--cook. I collect cook books and recipes from all kinds of sources. I was so glad to find this web site to help me organize my favorite recipes, and find new ones. My favorite cooking style is BBQ/Smoking. I also love to cook elaborate meals for family and friends. Having lived overseas for many years, I've picked up a lot of recipes for German, French, Italian, Thai, and Greek dishes.</p>