Cajun Lamb with Rice



INGREDIENTS:

1 Boneless lamb sirloin - roast (approx. 2 lbs)

2 T  Cooking oil

1 sm onion, chopped

1 Red bell pepper, diced

1 Green bell pepper, diced

1 lb tomatoes, sliced, in puree

1 1/2 c  Chicken stock

1/2 t  Basil

1/2 t  Grated lemon peel

1/2 t  Chili powder

1 c  Rice

Spice Mix:

1 t  salt 

1/2 t  Cayenne pepper

1/4 t  Black pepper

1/4 t  Paprika

1/8 t  Garlic powder

DIRECTIONS:

1. Trim the lamb of any excess fat.  Preheat oven to 350
degrees F.  Mix together the spice mix ingredients, and
rub over the lamb. Let stand for 15 minutes. Heat oil in
a skillet. Sear the lamb until all sides are browned.
Remove lamb to a roasting pan. Roast lamb for 35 to 40
minutes.
  
2. While the lamb is cooking, add onions and peppers to
the skillet used for searing the lamb.  Saute until soft.
Add tomatoes, chicken stock, basil, lemon and chili powder.
Bring to a boil and add the rice.  Reduce heat and
simmer until liquid is absorbed.



Cajun Lamb with Rice