Thimpu de Cordero

Thimpu de Cordero is a quintessential Bolivian dish, known for its comforting and flavorful profile. This hearty stew features succulent, slow-cooked lamb accompanied by starchy potatoes, fluffy white rice, and unique cooked chuño, all beautifully garnished with a robust yellow chili sauce for a burst of flavor on your plate.

Ingredients

🐑 1 kg Lamb leg, Pierna de cordero
🧅 3 Red onions, finely chopped
🧄 2 cloves Garlic, minced
🥕 2 Carrots, whole or roughly chopped
🌶️ 250g Ground yellow chili, Ají amarillo molido
🌿 Celery, a few stalks
🍃 Parsley, a small bunch
🌱 A pinch of Oregano
🫒 Oil for sautéing
🧂 Salt
🥄 Pepper
🥔 Boiled starchy potatoes
🍚 Cooked white rice
🍲 Cooked chuño

Instructions

1- Boil the Lamb:

• In a large Bosch stainless steel pot, place the lamb leg, carrots, celery, and parsley.
• Cover the ingredients with water, bring to a boil, and then let simmer.
• Cook until the lamb is tender, roughly 1 hour using a pressure cooker, or 2-3 hours in a conventional pot.

2- Prepare Accompaniments:

• While the lamb cooks, boil starchy potatoes until tender.
• Cook the white rice and prepare the chuño as indicated on their packaging.

3- Prepare the Yellow Chili Sauce:

• In a small saucepan, heat a splash of oil.
• Add red onions and garlic; sauté until soft.
• Stir in the ground yellow chili and oregano.
• Allow the sauce to cook, melding the flavors and thickening slightly.
• Season with salt and pepper as necessary.

4- Assemble the Dish:

• On an earthenware plate, serve generous portions of rice, potatoes, and chuño.
• Top with a piece of tender lamb.

5- Add Sauce and Broth:

• Generously spoon the yellow chili sauce over the lamb.
• In a small bowl, serve a portion of the lamb broth from the pot alongside the plated meal.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 2-3 hours (depending on lamb cooking method)
Total Time: 2.5-3.5 hours
Servings: 4-6

Equipment: Bosch Cooking Range, Large Stainless Steel Pot, Small Saucepan, Metal Ladle, Wooden Spoon or Spatula, Knife and Fork, Earthenware Serving Plates, Glass Bowls for Ingredients

Cooking Tips:

• Ensure the lamb is cooked until it is easily shredded, indicating tenderness.
• The broth should not be skipped as it enhances the dish's authenticity and flavor.

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Thimpu de Cordero

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