Arni Me Araka Lamb with Peas Recipe

SPALDING 3 pounds Lamb

1/2 pound Butter or margarine

4 Scallions -- chopped

1 1/2 pounds Tomatoes, peeled -- strained OR

1 tablespoon Tomato paste + 2 c. water

1 tablespoon Dill -- chopped

1 tablespoon Parsley -- chopped

Salt & pepper to taste 4 pounds Peas, shelled -- washed

Water as needed

Cut meat into 1 1/2" cubes (approx.). Wash and drain. Brown butter in a pot. Add meat and brown well. Add scallions, and cook until soft but not dark. Add tomatoes (or diluted tomato paste), dill, parsley, salt & pepper. Simmer abt. 20 min. Add peas and an addt'l. 1 c. water. Cover, simmer until all liquid is absorbed and only butter remains as a sauce.