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Cibo, cultura e tradizioni siciliane
Lamb with Peas: A Simple and Traditional Sicilian Easter Dish
Learn how to prepare this classic Sicilian lamb and pea dish - comforting, flavourful and perfect for Easter or any special family meal.
🛒 Ingredients
- ✓ 1 kg lamb
- ✓ 400 g fresh or frozen peas
- ✓ 1 onion
- ✓ A handful of parsley
- ✓ Extra-virgin olive oil
- ✓ Sea salt
- ✓ Freshly ground black pepper
Lamb with peas is a much-loved Sicilian classic, traditionally prepared at Easter but welcome at the table all spring long. The tender, flavourful lamb marries beautifully with the natural sweetness of the peas, creating a dish that feels as homely as it is celebratory.
Lucia Amato brings this timeless recipe to life with the freshness of parsley and the gentle richness of extra-virgin olive oil. Whether served at a festive gathering or a relaxed Sunday lunch, it’s a dish that captures the honest, rustic soul of Sicilian cooking.
👨🍳 Preparation
- 1
Finely slice the onion and soften it in a casserole with a little extra-virgin olive oil.
- 2
Once golden, add the lamb pieces and brown them for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 3
Add the peas and season with salt and pepper.
- 4
Stir in the chopped parsley, cover with a lid and cook over a medium heat for about 1 hour, stirring from time to time.
- 5
When the lamb is tender and the peas fully cooked, turn off the heat.
- 6
Serve the lamb with peas piping hot, preferably with a good Sicilian red wine.
💡 Tips and Variations
For extra depth, splash in a little dry white wine to deglaze the pan.
For a heartier dish, add some diced potatoes along with the peas.
📦 Storage
- • Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- • Reheat gently in the casserole or in the oven at 160°C for about 10 minutes.
- • Suitable for freezing once cooked.
🍷 Pairing
Pair with a glass of Sicilian Eloro Pachino Riserva, a full-bodied red that enhances the richness of the lamb.
Lamb with peas is a festive favourite in Sicily - simple, generous and full of character. May it bring a touch of tradition and warmth to your table.
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