ARTICHOKES, LAMB, AND ORZO AVGOLEMONO

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Make and share this Artichokes, Lamb, and Orzo Avgolemono recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Douglas Rohrer

Categories     Lamb/Sheep

Time 1h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 tablespoons olive oil or 2 tablespoons cooking oil
1 lb boneless lean lamb, cut into 3/4" cubes
1 cup chopped onion
1 clove garlic, minced
3/4 cup white wine or 3/4 cup chicken broth
1 1/2 teaspoons snipped fresh oregano or 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, crushed
1 teaspoon finely-shredded lemon, rind of
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
6 medium fresh artichokes, trimmed,halved,and blanched or 1 (9 ounce) can artichoke hearts
8 ounces orzo pasta (1-1/3 cups)
1 beaten egg
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/2 cup warm chicken broth
2 tablespoons snipped fresh parsley (optional)

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven or large skillet heat the oil and brown the meat with onion and garlic till onion is tender.
  • Drain fat from the meat and return the meat to pan.
  • Add 3/4 cup wine or chicken broth, oregano, lemon peel, salt, and pepper.
  • Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and cover.
  • Simmer for 20 minutes.
  • Add fresh or canned artichokes and simmer 10 minutes more, or till tender.
  • Meanwhile, in a large saucepan or pasta pot bring 3 quarts water to boiling.
  • Add pasta and reduce heat slightly.
  • Boil for 5-8 minutes stirring occasionally.
  • Immediately drain and return to warm pan; keep warm.
  • In a small mixing bowl combine egg, lemon juice, cornstarch, and 1/2 cup warm chicken broth.
  • Pour egg mixture into the lamb-artichoke mixture.
  • Cook and stir over medium heat for 1 minute, or till thickened and bubbly.
  • Cook and stir for 2 minutes more.
  • Serve lamb mixture over hot cooked pasta.
  • Garnish with parsley (optional).

JaLaya Bailey
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Thanks for sharing this recipe. I'm always looking for new and exciting dishes to try.


Etulan Edoghotu
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I can't wait to try this recipe. It looks delicious!


Ps Sp
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This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making it again and again.


Natasha Ewan
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I'm not a huge fan of orzo, but I loved it in this dish. It was perfectly cooked and absorbed all the delicious flavors of the lamb and artichokes.


Tydolla Ina hudlle
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This dish is a bit pricey to make, but it's definitely worth it for a special occasion.


babak noorzai
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I added a bit of red pepper flakes to the orzo avgolemono for a little extra spice. It was delicious!


Rabbi Ahmed
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I used frozen artichoke hearts in this recipe and they worked perfectly. I'm sure fresh artichokes would be even better, but frozen ones are a great substitute.


Eminick Osadolor
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I love that this recipe uses lamb chops. They're so much more flavorful than lamb steaks.


Sujon raj
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This dish is perfect for a special occasion. It's elegant and delicious, and it's sure to impress your guests.


Craig Smith
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I'm not a very experienced cook, but this recipe was easy to follow and the results were impressive. My guests were very impressed.


Leonard Mbwanda
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I made this dish for my husband's birthday and he loved it. He said it was the best lamb dish he's ever had.


Shane Lee
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This dish is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's definitely worth the effort. The flavors are complex and delicious.


Aqib Ansari
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I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The lamb and artichokes are a perfect match, and the orzo avgolemono is the perfect finishing touch.


Micheal Odaudu
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The lamb is always tender and juicy, and the artichokes and orzo are perfectly cooked.


Akram Lubira
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing. The artichokes were especially delicious.


Fatima irfan
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I'm not a huge fan of lamb, but this dish changed my mind. The lamb was so tender and flavorful, and the artichokes and orzo were the perfect accompaniments.


M Mudasaar
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I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a huge success. Everyone raved about the flavors and how well the ingredients worked together.


Ken Benavente
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This dish was a hit with my family! The lamb was tender and flavorful, the artichokes were perfectly cooked, and the orzo avgolemono was creamy and delicious.