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Lamb Paupiette — traditional dish from Bordeaux, France
Main course Meat

Food Flavour DNA

Nutritional Values

🔥500kcal
💪42gProtein
🌾15gCarbs
🥑30gFat
🌿3gFibre
⚖️350 gServing

* Per serving · 350 g. May vary.

Allergens

🌾 Gluten

Lamb Paupiette

How to order / say it
Say it Paupiette d'agneau — [poh-pee-EHT dahn-nyoh]
Order I'd like the lamb paupiette, please.
Locally Je voudrais la paupiette d'agneau, s'il vous plaît.
Say locally

Rolled lamb filled with seasoned stuffing, often with vegetables and herbs.

Why try it?

This dish reflects the rich Bordeaux tradition of slow-cooked meals that bring out deep flavors. It symbolizes the region's love for intricate culinary techniques and its emphasis on robust, hearty meat dishes.

How it tastes

The lamb is tender and juicy, infused with the aromatic stuffing of herbs and vegetables. Its outer layer is savory, with a subtle hint of herbs and spices creating a comforting, home-like aroma.

Origin & History — first documented: 1850

Originating in the mid-19th century, paupiettes became a staple of the Bordeaux area because they allowed using less tender cuts of meat, making meals both economical and flavorful. As local herbs and vegetables were plentiful, they were often used as stuffing, creating a connection between local agriculture and the dining table.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🥩 500 g lamb shoulder
  • 🧄 1 onion
  • 🥕 1 carrot
  • 🍷 150 ml white wine
  • 🌿 10 g herbes de Provence
  • 🌾 50 g bread crumbs

Method

  1. 1 Flatten the lamb shoulder and season with salt and spices.
  2. 2 Prepare a stuffing with chopped onions, carrots, and herbs.
  3. 3 Place the stuffing inside the lamb and roll tightly.
  4. 4 Cook the paupiette in a pan with wine until tender.

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