Lamb
Greenlandic Lamb
Savaq
South Greenland, Greenland
South Greenlandic lamb from a few sheep farms in the south; sheep farming was introduced by the Norse; animals run wild in the backcountry; exceptionally tender meat due to the natural, unstressed life; a succulent equivalent to common livestock.
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South Greenlandic lamb from a few sheep farms in the south; sheep farming was introduced by the Norse; animals run wild in the backcountry; exceptionally tender meat due to the natural, unstressed life; a succulent equivalent to common livestock.
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Tender, flavorful lamb from the south Greenland sheep farms; a rare Arctic livestock product; served at festive meals.
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Jammu and Kashmir, India
Aab gosht
آب گوشت
Lamb is simmered with turnip, saffron, and mild spices in a Kashmiri broth that stays light rather than creamy.
Rome, Italy
Abbacchio alla Romana
In Rome, Abbacchio alla Romana is milk-fed lamb braised with anchovy, rosemary, garlic, and white wine.
Rome, Italy
Abbacchio brodettato
In Rome, Abbacchio brodettato is milk-fed lamb braised with anchovy, rosemary, garlic, and white wine.
Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy
Agnello al rafano
In Friuli, Agnello al rafano is lamb cooked with horseradish, herbs, and white wine until tender.
Apulia, Italy
Agnello alla gravinese
In Puglia, Agnello alla gravinese is lamb cooked with pecorino, egg, and herbs in a savoury sauce.
Abruzzo, Italy
Agnello cacio e ova
In Abruzzo, Agnello cacio e ova is lamb baked with pecorino and egg into a savoury, set sauce.
Bulgaria
Bulgarian Roast Lamb
Агнешко печено
Whole or jointed spring lamb roasted with butter and dried savory, traditional for St George's Day on 6 May when it is eaten across the country.
Bihar, India
Ahuna (Champaran meat)
अहूना
Mutton is marinated with onion, garlic, and whole spices, then slow-cooked in a sealed earthen pot in Bihar.