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Greek Lamb in Tomato Sauce with Pasta (Lamb Kokkinisto)
- Total timeTotal
- 30′
- ServingsServings
- 4
If you have leftover roast lamb from Greek Easter, you can make the tastiest lamb kokkinisto, as we call lamb in tomato sauce in Greece, with pasta. The flavor is unique, because the meat keeps the aromas of the spit.
If you have leftover roast lamb from Greek Easter, you can make the tastiest lamb kokkinisto, as we call lamb in tomato sauce in Greece, with pasta. The flavor is unique, because the meat keeps the aromas of the spit. Every Easter, we look forward to the days after, just to enjoy the leftover lamb with pasta.
You can make this leftover recipe with any roast you have, such as pork, chicken or turkey.
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Greek Lamb in Tomato Sauce with Pasta Recipe
Total time 30′ · 4 servings
Ingredients
Method
- Heat a wide pot, add a little olive oil and sauté the finely chopped onion.
- After a little while, add the lamb in pieces, stir for 1–2 minutes, then add the tomato and oregano.
- Lower the heat, cover and simmer for 15–20 minutes.
- Taste the sauce and add a little salt and pepper.
- In a large pot of salted water, boil the pasta. When it’s ready, drain it and toss with a little olive oil.
- Serve the lamb kokkinisto with the pasta, sprinkled with a little grated cheese and freshly ground pepper.
