Stuffed Leg of Lamb Wrapped in Pastry(Bouty Arniou Ghemisto Zim)

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 2
Stuffed Leg of Lamb Wrapped in Pastry(Bouty Arniou Ghemisto Zim)
in Main

Prep

2 hours

Cook

2 hours

Ready In

4 hours

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

3/4 lb ground lean pork
3 green onions , chopped
1 egg , lightly beaten
1/2 cup fresh parsley , chopped
1 tablespoon orange peel , finely minced
3/4 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground salt
1/2 teaspoon ground pepper , to taste
2 tablespoons sugar
1 1/2 tablespoons active dry yeast
1/2 cup warm water
6 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter , room temperature
1 1/2 cups milk , room temperature
1 leg of lamb , trimmed and boned
3 tablespoons butter , softened
2 -3 garlic cloves , minced ( or pressed )
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
1 tablespoon dried rosemary , crushed
1 egg yolk
1 tablespoon milk

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8-10
Calories
580
Sugar
4g
Fat
29g
Stuffed Leg of Lamb Wrapped in Pastry, also known as Bouty Arniou Ghemisto Zim in Greek, is a traditional Greek dish typically served on special occasions like Easter and Christmas. This savory dish features a tender leg of lamb stuffed with a flavorful mixture of ground pork, green onions, and exotic spices such as cumin and orange peel, and wrapped in a buttery, flaky pastry crust. The result is a truly impressive-looking dish that will leave you and your guests wowed. This lamb recipe is perfect for those who love to cook and are not afraid of a culinary challenge.

Instructions

1.For the Dough:
2.In a large bowl, dissolve the yeast and sugar in the warm water and let sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
3.Add the flour, salt, milk, and butter to the yeast mixture and mix until a soft dough forms.
4.Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for 5-7 minutes, and then place it in a greased bowl and let it rise for 1 hour in a warm place.
5.For the Filling:
6.Combine the ground pork, green onions, egg, parsley, orange peel, cumin, salt, and pepper in a bowl and mix well.
7.Season the trimmed and boned leg of lamb with salt, pepper, and dried rosemary.
8.Spread the softened butter and minced garlic over the lamb.
9.Place the lamb on the rolled-out dough, put the filling on top of the lamb, and wrap the dough over the filling and seal it well.
10.Mix the egg yolk and milk in a small bowl, brush it over the dough and let it rest for 20 minutes.
11.Preheat the oven to 375°F (180°C) and bake the lamb for 1.5 to 2 hours until the crust is golden brown and the lamb is cooked through.

PROS

This dish is a showstopper and perfect for special occasions or entertaining.

The combination of ground pork, green onions, and spices in the filling adds a depth of flavor that complements the lamb.

Leftovers can be stored in the fridge and easily reheated for future meals.

CONS

This dish is time-consuming to prepare and requires some culinary skill to properly bone the leg of lamb and wrap it in the dough.

Lamb can be expensive and hard to find in some areas.

The pastry crust of this dish can be high in calories and fat.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Lamb is a good source of protein, vitamins, and minerals such as iron and zinc.
However, it is high in saturated fat and calories, so it should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
The spices in this recipe, such as cumin and rosemary, have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.

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