This stew is a hearty, flavorful dish designed to nourish and restore balance in both body and mind. Packed with protein, lamb provides essential amino acids and iron to support energy production and immune health. Daikon radish and carrots add a boost of fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants, while ginger and garlic enhance digestion and provide anti-inflammatory benefits.
From a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) perspective, this stew is a warming, yang-nourishing meal, making it especially beneficial during cooler months or for those with cold or yang deficiency. Lamb strengthens the Kidney Yang and supports vitality, while daikon radish aids digestion and helps to clear heat and phlegm from the body. Ginger and cinnamon, as warming spices, promote circulation and dispel cold, making this dish both comforting and energetically harmonizing. Enjoy it as a deeply nourishing lunch or dinner option to revitalize your Qi and keep your body in balance.
Serves: 4
Ingredients:
- 1 lb lamb shoulder, cubed
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 daikon radish, peeled and sliced into chunks
- 2 carrots, peeled and sliced
- 1-inch ginger, sliced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups beef or lamb broth
- 1 tbsp soy sauce or tamari
- 1 tbsp rice wine or sherry
- 1 tsp cinnamon (warming spice in TCM)
- Chopped scallions and cilantro for garnish
Instructions:
- Heat sesame oil in a pot and brown the lamb. Remove and set aside.
- Sauté ginger and garlic until fragrant. Add daikon and carrots, cooking for 2-3 minutes.
- Return lamb to the pot and add broth, soy sauce, rice wine, and cinnamon.
- Simmer for 1.5-2 hours until lamb is tender.
- Garnish with scallions and cilantro before serving.
Energetics (TCM):
- Lamb nourishes yang energy, warming the kidneys.
- Daikon radish supports digestion and clears phlegm.
- Ginger and cinnamon promote warmth and circulation.
