Lamb knuckle Potjie is one of the best meals for dinner. Most restaurants in South Africa have it on their menus. Use this recipe to learn how to make the knuckle potjie for two.
Ingredients
Seasoned flour
250 ml prepared lamb stock
4 sliced celery sticks
2 fresh bay leaves
1.2 kg lamb knuckles, sawn in slices
Olive oil
2 large chopped onions
2 red diced peppers
6 finely chopped garlic cloves
2 large sliced carrots
15 ml smoked paprika
2 x 410 g cans tomato relish
Dried red chilli flakes
Chopped parsley
Salt, sugar, and freshly ground black pepper
Directions
- Dredge the meat inside the flour and shake off any excess flour.
- Shallow fry the meatballs until they are brown and set them aside.
- Heat oil in a large saucepan and sauté the vegetables until they soften.
- Now, add the bay leaves, smoked paprika, and garlic.
- Stir thoroughly and add the stock, meat, and canned tomatoes.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the flame.
- Let it simmer for about 90 minutes for the meat to become tender.
- Check the water level at the pot's base and add more if necessary.
- Ensure you have a thick sauce at the end of your cooking.
- Adjust the seasoning based on your preferences.
- Sprinkle the remaining ingredients on top.
- Serve with a meal of your liking.