Lamb Stir-Fry with Asparagus

Lamb Stir-Fry with Asparagus is a easy French recipe that serves 6. 417 calories per serving. Recipe by Papa en Cuisine on YouTube.

Prep: 15 min | Cook: 20 min | Total: 45 min

Cost: $20.00 total, $3.33 per serving

Ingredients

  • 800 g Boneless lamb shoulder (cut into 2‑3 cm cubes)
  • 500 g Violet asparagus from Blayais (bunches, cut 2 cm off the base and peel)
  • 1 unit Yellow onion (thinly sliced)
  • 1 bunch Spring onions (scallions) (only the white bulb, cut into quarters)
  • 30 ml Extra virgin olive oil (about 2 tablespoons)
  • 1 pinch Salt
  • 30 g Parmesan shavings (for finishing)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the asparagus

    Wash the asparagus, cut 2 cm off the base, peel starting from the tip and twist the stem. Plunge into boiling salted water for 2‑3 minutes, then drain using a slotted spoon.

    Time: PT10M

    Temperature: 100°C

  2. Slice the onions

    Thinly slice the yellow onion. Separate the white bulbs of the spring onions, cut them into quarters.

    Time: PT5M

  3. Sauté the onions

    Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in the pot, add the sliced yellow onion with a pinch of salt and sauté over medium heat until translucent.

    Time: PT5M

    Temperature: 180°C

  4. Braise the lamb

    Add the lamb cubes to the pot, stir quickly, cover and let cook over medium‑low heat for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally so the meat stays tender.

    Time: PT10M

    Temperature: 150°C

  5. Add the asparagus

    Transfer the blanched asparagus to the pot using the slotted spoon, gently fold them with a spatula to coat with the cooking juices and onions.

    Time: PT2M

    Temperature: 150°C

  6. Plating and finishing

    Divide the stir-fry among plates, sprinkle with sliced spring onion whites, add parmesan shavings and finish with a drizzle of olive oil.

    Time: PT3M

Nutrition Facts

Calories
417
Protein
36 g
Carbohydrates
4 g
Fat
25 g
Fiber
2 g

Dietary info: Gluten-Free, High-Protein, low-carb, keto-friendly, high-protein

Allergens: Lactose (parmesan)

Last updated: April 7, 2026

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Lamb Stir-Fry with Asparagus

Recipe by Papa en Cuisine

A tender lamb stir-fry with violet asparagus from the Blayais region, seasoned with yellow and spring onions, finished with parmesan shavings and a drizzle of olive oil. Ideal for an Easter meal, quick and full of seasonal flavors.

EasyFrenchServes 6

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Source Video
5m
Prep
30m
Cook
10m
Cleanup
45m
Total

Cost Breakdown

$20.00
Total cost
$3.33
Per serving

Critical Success Points

  • Blanch the asparagus without overcooking.
  • Braise the lamb to ensure tenderness and juiciness.
  • Fold the asparagus with a spatula to preserve their shape.

Safety Warnings

  • Handle raw meat with separate utensils to avoid cross‑contamination.
  • Be careful with boiling water when blanching the asparagus.
  • Hot olive oil can splatter; keep the lid within reach.

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