Render the tail fat
Heat the iron pan, melt the lamb tail fat in it and remove the crisp bits.
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Geleneksel Sac Kavurma – Traditional Turkish Lamb Stir-Fry Recipe
Delicious lamb, stir-fried with onion, green peppers and tomatoes in a traditional Turkish iron pan.
Prep 15 minCook 30 minTotal 45 minServings 4Difficulty Medium
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Sear the lamb
Add the lamb and fry over high heat until it releases its juices and they evaporate.
Add onion and peppers
Tip in the onion and green peppers and keep stir-frying.
Stir in the tomatoes
Stir in the peeled tomatoes.
Season and reduce
Season with salt and spices and cook until the liquid from the tomatoes has cooked away.
Time's up! Enjoy your meal.
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