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Mary Berry’s Rugby Lamb

Mary Berry’s Rugby Lamb: A Comforting, Hearty Delight

Mary Berry’s Rugby Lamb is a comforting dish that combines tender lamb with fragrant spices and colorful vegetables, perfect for family gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: British
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Stew Ingredients
  • 1 tablespoon Sunflower Oil Substitute with olive oil if preferred.
  • 1 kg Lamb Neck Fillet Can be replaced with lamb shoulder or shank.
  • 2 pieces Leeks Substitute with yellow onions if needed.
  • 1 piece Red Pepper Green bell pepper can be substituted.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Garlic powder (1 tsp) is an alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Omit for a milder version.
  • 2 teaspoons Ground Cumin Coriander can be used as an alternative.
  • 400 grams Passata Canned crushed tomatoes are a solid substitute.
  • 2 tablespoons Balsamic Glaze Balsamic vinegar can work, adjust the amount.
  • 100 grams Baby Spinach Leaves Any leafy greens like kale or Swiss chard work well.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper

Equipment

  • large ovenproof pan
  • spatula
  • Measuring Cups

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 160°C (140°C Fan/Gas 3).
  2. In a large ovenproof pan, heat a splash of sunflower oil over medium-high heat. Brown the lamb neck fillet on all sides for 5-7 minutes, then set aside.
  3. Sauté the sliced leeks and diced red pepper in the same pan for about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic, cayenne pepper, and ground cumin, cooking for another 1-2 minutes.
  4. Pour in the passata and a splash of water, bring to a gentle boil and return the browned lamb to the pan, seasoning with salt and black pepper.
  5. Cover tightly and braise in the oven for 2 hours until the lamb is fork-tender.
  6. Remove from the oven, stir in balsamic glaze and fresh spinach, cooking for 3-5 minutes until the spinach is wilted.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning before serving. Serve warm, ideally with rice or mashed potatoes.

Nutrition

Serving: 250gramsCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 70mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This dish is not only flavorful but also versatile, perfect for meal prep and serving alongside fluffy rice or creamy mashed potatoes.

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