Mushroom and Lamb Parcels

May 31, 2023May 31, 20230 15

Mushroom and Lamb Parcels - A delicious dinner recipe

by The Chefin Main

Prep

30 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

65 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

800

Sugar

Fat

58g

Mushroom and Lamb Parcels are a delicious and elegant main course that is perfect for a dinner party or special occasion. The combination of tender lamb chops and earthy mushrooms, wrapped in flaky puff pastry, makes for a hearty and satisfying meal. The dish is easy to prepare and can be assembled ahead of time for a stress-free entertaining experience. Serve with a simple side salad or roasted vegetables for a complete and nutritious meal.

Instructions

1.	Finely chop the mushrooms, apple, and mint.
2.	Season the chops generously with salt and pepper.
3.	In a frying pan on medium-high heat, melt the butter and fry the chops until browned on both sides, about 2-3 minutes each side.
4.	Remove the chops from the pan and set them aside to rest for 10 minutes.
5.	Using the same pan, add the chopped mushrooms, apple, and mint, and sauté for 5 minutes.
6.	Preheat the oven to 200°C (392°F).
7.	Roll out the puff pastry and cut it into squares.
8.	Place a spoonful of the mushroom mixture on each square.
9.	Place a lamb chop on top of the mushroom mixture.
10.	Fold the pastry square over the chop and brush with beaten egg.
11.	Bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes or until the pastry is golden brown.

PROS

The mushroom and lamb work really well together to create a delicious flavour profile.

The puff pastry is flaky and buttery, making it the perfect accompaniment to the lamb chop and mushroom mix.

CONS

This dish can be quite rich and heavy due to the puff pastry and butter used.
It may not be suitable for those on a low-fat diet.

Also, it is quite time-consuming to make because there are a lot of steps involved in the preparation process.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Mushrooms are a great source of nutrients and contain high levels of antioxidants, which may help to boost your immune system.
Lamb is a good source of iron, zinc, and vitamin B12, which are all important for maintaining good health.
However, because this dish is quite high in fat, it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

	250 g mushrooms
	1 apple , peeled and cored
	4 sprigs mint
	seasoning
	1 1/2 kg loin lamb , chops . boned
	butter ( for frying )
	1 box frozen puff pastry
	egg , for glazing