Greek Pulled Lamb Orzo

Serves: 4

Prep Time: 15 Mins

Cook Time: 4-8 Hours

Level: Beginner

Plate of Greek Pulled Lamb Orzo made using Slow and Steamy Tagine Gourmet Sauce Mix with Feta cheese and Fresh mint to garnish

Shopping List

  • 1 GR Slow and Steamy Tagine Gourmet Sauce Mix
  • 1.5 – 2 kg lamb shoulder
  • 2 Onions
  • 400ml Water
  • 250g Orzo
  • 100g Frozen peas
  • 2 tsp Mint sauce
  • Fresh mint to garnish (optional)
  • Feta cheese to garnish (optional)

Method

  1. Pierce the lamb all over with a sharp knife.
  2. Place the onions and lamb into the slow cooker pot.
  3. In a jug, combine the water with the Gourmet Sauce Mix, stirring thoroughly until smooth.
  4. Pour the mixture over the lamb and onions, then stir gently to coat.
  5. Cover and cook on HIGH for 4 hours or LOW for 8 hours, or until the meat is tender and cooked through.
  6. Once cooked, shred the lamb and return it to the sauce, stirring well.
  7. Meanwhile, cook the orzo according to the pack instructions. Drain well.
  8. Stir the cooked orzo, peas and mint sauce into the slow cooker.
  9. Cover again and cook on HIGH for 15–20 minutes, until everything is heated through.
  10. Remove the lid and allow to stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Top Tip – Gordon recommends a final garnish of feta and fresh mint.