Jamie Oliver Lamb Heart Recipe

Jamie Oliver’s heart of lamb is marinated in an excellent combination of olive oil, garlic, lemon, and thyme, then seared to perfection, sprinkled with flaky sea salt, and ready in less than 15 minutes!

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🧡 Why You’ll Love This Lamb Heart Recipe:

Vibrant Flavor: Infused with garlic, lemon, and thyme, this dish offers a bold taste.
Creative Twist: Jamie Oliver’s unique approach brings a culinary adventure to your plate.
Versatile Delight: Ideal as a main course, it adds excitement with distinctive flavors.

❓ What Is Jamie Oliver’s Lamb Heart Recipe?

Jamie Oliver’s Lamb Heart is a savory delicacy marinated in garlic, lemon, and thyme then pan-seared to perfection, a one-of-a-kind dish that will take you on a culinary journey.

🥩 Jamie Oliver Lamb Heart Ingredients

1 lamb heart, prepared into 3 pieces
1 dash of olive oil
2 garlic cloves, roughly chopped
1/2 lemon, zested and juiced
1 sprig of thyme
salt
coarsely ground black pepper

🍛 How To Make Jamie Oliver Lamb Heart

Combine all of the marinade ingredients in a bowl and stir in the lamb heart pieces until well combined.
Be sure to marinate it for at least a couple of hours, if not overnight.
Drain the marinade off the heart pieces and gently brush off the garlic and zest.
Smoke the heart in a frying pan set over high heat.
Cook for a minute on each side in a hot pan, then take it out and set it aside for one minute to rest.
Slice it up and sprinkle some flaky sea salt on top.

💭 Recipe Tips

Marinate well: Infuse flavor by marinating lamb hearts for hours.
Gentle brushing: Preserve flavors while removing excess garlic and zest.
Quick sear: Sear for 1 min per side over high heat for a caramelized finish.

🥗 What Goes Well With Lamb Heart?

Excellent accompaniments to Lamb Heart include roasted potatoes, grilled vegetables, a chimichurri sauce, Greek salad, hummus and pita, mashed cauliflower, and ratatouille.

🎚 How To Store Leftovers Lamb Heart?

In The Fridge: Leftover lamb heart can be refrigerated for up to 3 to 4 days if kept in a sealed container or tightly wrapped in plastic.
In The Freezer: Seel leftover lamb heart in a freezer-safe bag or wrapped in foil and freeze for at least 3 months. Let it thaw in the refrigerator before reheating.

How To Reheat Leftovers Lamb Heart?

Oven: Set the oven temperature to 300°F then Toss leftover lamb heart in a baking dish and heat for 10 to 15 minutes, or until heated through.
Microwave: Throw leftover lamb heart on a microwave-safe plate and heat in 2-minute intervals over high until heated through.
Stove: Heat leftover lamb heart with a little oil in a pan over medium heat for 2 to 3 minutes per side.

FAQs

Does lamb heart taste like liver?

Lamb heart boasts a robust, lamb-like taste and steak-like texture, distinct from liver or kidneys, providing a distinctive culinary profile.

Is lamb heart gamey?

Lamb heart has an intense, almost gamey taste, adding a distinctive flavor profile to dishes.

why is my lamb heart tough?

Lamb heart may become tough if not treated properly, emphasizing the need for careful preparation and cooking methods to ensure tenderness.

Can lamb heart be pink?

Lamb heart can be enjoyed pink when sliced thinly and seared or barbecued, providing an excellent option for unique preparation.

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Jamie Oliver Lamb Heart Nutrition Facts

Amount Per Serving

Calories 157
Total Fat 6.7g
Saturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 212mg
Sodium 54mg
Potassium 159.8mg
Total Carbohydrates 1.6g
Dietary Fiber 0g
Protein 21g