Sometimes life hands you a little fright to remind you of
how lucky you really are. Not that I am
in any way unaware of the gems life has strewn across my path…but, as with most
people, I am no stranger to trivial discontent and the worrying mind-whisperings
it brings. We all fall victim to this,
if we are honest, and I certainly am no different, despite my best and most
valiant efforts.
how lucky you really are. Not that I am
in any way unaware of the gems life has strewn across my path…but, as with most
people, I am no stranger to trivial discontent and the worrying mind-whisperings
it brings. We all fall victim to this,
if we are honest, and I certainly am no different, despite my best and most
valiant efforts.
In truth, however, we truly are lucky. Writing on this blog means I am able to
afford a computer, an internet connection, and a camera…luxuries that many (too
many) in this world cannot enjoy. This
being a food blog also means that I have access and am able to procure three
square meals a day, even if I need to pinch pennies and cut corners
sometimes. My ample curves mean that I
am, without a doubt, thoroughly enjoying those three square meals a day, sometimes a bit too
much. The ratty leggings I am wearing, which have seen
better days, are worn to the quick because I am lucky enough to have a job that
allows me to stay at home (and consequently not have to spend my money on suits
and nylons like I did when I worked in a bank).
afford a computer, an internet connection, and a camera…luxuries that many (too
many) in this world cannot enjoy. This
being a food blog also means that I have access and am able to procure three
square meals a day, even if I need to pinch pennies and cut corners
sometimes. My ample curves mean that I
am, without a doubt, thoroughly enjoying those three square meals a day, sometimes a bit too
much. The ratty leggings I am wearing, which have seen
better days, are worn to the quick because I am lucky enough to have a job that
allows me to stay at home (and consequently not have to spend my money on suits
and nylons like I did when I worked in a bank).
To cut a long rambling short, the little fright came in
the form on myself landing in the hospital for a couple of days. I won’t bore you with the details; I am doing
fine now and well on the way to recovery.
I am just nursing myself a bit and feeling a tad more fragile than
usual. But that’s nothing some rest,
comforting food, and tender loving attention from the C’s can’t fix. And for that I am truly thankful.
the form on myself landing in the hospital for a couple of days. I won’t bore you with the details; I am doing
fine now and well on the way to recovery.
I am just nursing myself a bit and feeling a tad more fragile than
usual. But that’s nothing some rest,
comforting food, and tender loving attention from the C’s can’t fix. And for that I am truly thankful.
So…that explains the little spot of inactivity over
here. It also explains the dearth of
cooking (except for one glorious chicken massaged in butter and roasted to divine
curative results). It’s times like these
when you lean on leftovers (or takeout – yes, I do takeout…don’t judge!) and
try to make something of them that is halfway decent in the hopes of affording
yourself some nourishment during trying times.
here. It also explains the dearth of
cooking (except for one glorious chicken massaged in butter and roasted to divine
curative results). It’s times like these
when you lean on leftovers (or takeout – yes, I do takeout…don’t judge!) and
try to make something of them that is halfway decent in the hopes of affording
yourself some nourishment during trying times.
This, I am happy to report, was more than halfway
decent. And a wonderful way to use up leftover
lamb chops (for example if you had some leftover from this dish), which we all
know lose almost all of their luster the day after. This is also a great way to use leftover
steak or pork chops, which are similarly dreary when not freshly cooked.
decent. And a wonderful way to use up leftover
lamb chops (for example if you had some leftover from this dish), which we all
know lose almost all of their luster the day after. This is also a great way to use leftover
steak or pork chops, which are similarly dreary when not freshly cooked.
Here’s what you do: Chop your leftover lamb into bite
size pieces (make sure to include all the fat).
In a pan, heat some olive oil, and then when hot add some finely chopped
garlic and sliced onion. Cook until the
onion is soft and garlic a bit toasty.
Add the lamb and toss. Depending
on what flavors you initially used with the lamb you can add more here – add
some rosemary if you used it, or, if you had made this, add more paprika. Add day old rice and toss, letting it absorb
all the flavors. Season with salt and
pepper, and a couple of good dashes of Worcestershire sauce. Taste and adjust seasoning. If you’ve got some fresh herbs around, you
can add them here. I imagine this would
be nice with some just-blanched peas mixed in as well.
size pieces (make sure to include all the fat).
In a pan, heat some olive oil, and then when hot add some finely chopped
garlic and sliced onion. Cook until the
onion is soft and garlic a bit toasty.
Add the lamb and toss. Depending
on what flavors you initially used with the lamb you can add more here – add
some rosemary if you used it, or, if you had made this, add more paprika. Add day old rice and toss, letting it absorb
all the flavors. Season with salt and
pepper, and a couple of good dashes of Worcestershire sauce. Taste and adjust seasoning. If you’ve got some fresh herbs around, you
can add them here. I imagine this would
be nice with some just-blanched peas mixed in as well.
Tip: If you have leftover lamb chops, pork chops, or
steak that you don’t see yourself using in the foreseeable future, just toss
them in the freezer. One day, when you
are tired and/or busy, you can pull it out and have this wonderful fried rice on
your table in no time!
steak that you don’t see yourself using in the foreseeable future, just toss
them in the freezer. One day, when you
are tired and/or busy, you can pull it out and have this wonderful fried rice on
your table in no time!
Oh, and if you are feeling extra fragile, a fried egg on
top of this will do miracles.
top of this will do miracles.
If you like this, feel free to share as part of my efforts
to #fightfoodwaste under the tag #500daysoffriedrice 🙂 Here’s another idea for fried rice.
to #fightfoodwaste under the tag #500daysoffriedrice 🙂 Here’s another idea for fried rice.
That’s all for now kind folk! I hope to have more for you soon. In the meantime, let’s be grateful for what we have…and
use those leftovers!
use those leftovers!
So tasty and enjoyable!
Cheers,
Rosa
Oh, dear; sorry to hear you ended up in hospital. I hope you feel better soon – but I daresay with food like this, you'll be feeling much better in no time at all. 😀
Joey! I think the universe is doling out little frights here and there – I was involved in a 4-car pile-up earlier this week, and am slightly whiplashed, but otherwise fine. Good to hear that you are none the worse for wear!! Have been administering large doses of chicken egg drop soup… and lots of glasses of vino!
Lamb fried rice with a frilly, runny-yolked fried egg on top is genius. If I ever get to do this I'll chuck in smoked pimenton and ground cumin. Some leftover grilled pork ribs got the same treatment in my kitchen a couple of weeks ago.
Hugs and mend up 100% quickly!
That looks phenomenal! I love lamb and you've done a great job showcasing it in a different light. – Chef Nedra of Hell's Kitchen w/ Gordon Ramsay Chefnedra.com
Thanks Rosa!
Hi Midge! Thank you! Feeling better 🙂 And yes, have been indulging myself in the food department, heehee 😉
Hi Ling! Oh my!! Glad to hear you are fine! Take care and rest and recover well! Chicken egg drop soup and lots of vino…definitely a winning therapy! 🙂 I can imagine how delicious that fried rice with the leftover grilled pork ribs was!
Hi Chef Nedra! Thanks for stopping by! And thanks for your comment 🙂 Wow…now I'm just one degree separated from Gordon Ramsay!!!
Lamb fried rice is the best! My mom would make it for the family on special occasions, and it's so delicious!
This was so good that I just couldn't look away & leave without commenting. What a delightful dish. I never thought of it & now glad you did. Lamb Fried Rice will be great for guests or a family dinner. Thanks for sharing & the nice blog visit 🙂
Glad you're home and feeling better. The lamb fried rice would certainly make me feel better at home. 🙂 Sending you good thoughts for a speedy recovery!
lamb and rice! yum! what kind of oil do you use? im getting conscious about cholesterol but at the same time, want to use natural products as much as possible.
get well! the bugs been going around!
Lamb fried rice is something not too common to be prepared intentionally. I love it very much. And sorry to hear you ended up in hospital. Must be dreadful.
Hi Monica! Glad to hear your family enjoys it too 🙂
Hi BettyAnn! It is a great way to make use of leftover lamb chops…and make them like new again!
Hi Paz! Thanks so much!
Thanks Shalum! I use olive oil because I like the way it tastes 🙂 I wish I could say I was more health conscious but unfortunately am not that virtuous!
Hi Sycookies! Just using my leftovers 🙂 Yes, the hospital is most definitely not my favorite place!
Life is all about falling and standing up and in process learning some valuable lessons. Glad you got a new perspective towards life.
And yeah, I absolutely love Lamb fried rice. Such palatable food has always been my guilt pleasure.
Cheers for this wonderful share!!
I love lamb and rice. This looks fabulous. My mouth is watering already. I am trying this tonight. Thanks.