Slow cooker Greek Lamb Kleftiko with potatoes Supergolden Bakes from www.supergoldenbakes.com
Introduction
Lamb Kleftiko is a traditional Greek dish that is made with lamb, vegetables, and herbs. It is a slow-cooked dish that is full of flavor and perfect for a special occasion or a family dinner. The dish is named after the bandits or klefts who used to cook lamb in the mountains of Greece using a pit oven. Today, the dish is cooked in a sealed pot, which helps to keep the lamb tender and moist.
Ingredients
The ingredients you will need to make Lamb Kleftiko are:
1.5 kg lamb shoulder or leg, bone-in
4 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
2 bell peppers, sliced
2 onions, sliced
4 cloves of garlic, minced
1 lemon, juiced
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp dried thyme
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 cup olive oil
1/2 cup water
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 180°C. 2. In a large bowl, mix together the olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, thyme, salt, and black pepper. 3. Add the lamb to the bowl and coat it well with the marinade. 4. In a large pot, layer the potatoes, onions, and bell peppers. 5. Place the lamb on top of the vegetables. 6. Pour any remaining marinade over the lamb. 7. Add the water to the pot. 8. Cover the pot tightly with aluminum foil, making sure it is sealed. 9. Place the pot in the preheated oven and cook for 3 hours. 10. After 3 hours, remove the aluminum foil and continue cooking for another 30 minutes or until the lamb is golden brown. 11. Remove the pot from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes. 12. Serve the lamb kleftiko with the vegetables and juices from the pot.
Nutrition
The nutrition information for Lamb Kleftiko is:
Calories: 462
Protein: 38g
Fat: 32g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Cholesterol: 119mg
Carbohydrates: 5g
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 671mg
Potassium: 652mg
Fiber: 1g
Vitamin A: 18%
Vitamin C: 73%
Calcium: 5%
Iron: 23%
Tips and Variations
If you don't have a pot that can be tightly sealed with aluminum foil, you can use a Dutch oven or a casserole dish with a lid.
You can add other vegetables to the dish, such as carrots or tomatoes.
If you don't like lamb, you can substitute it with beef or chicken.
If you want to make a larger batch, you can double or triple the recipe.
You can marinate the lamb overnight for even more flavor.
You can serve the lamb kleftiko with rice, couscous, or bread.
Conclusion
Lamb Kleftiko is a delicious and flavorful Greek dish that is perfect for a special occasion or a family dinner. It is a slow-cooked dish that is full of herbs and spices, and the lamb is tender and moist. The dish is easy to make and can be customized to your liking by adding different vegetables or marinating the lamb overnight. Serve the lamb kleftiko with rice, couscous, or bread, and enjoy a taste of Greece at home.
