Braised Lamb with Scallions

Last updated 2026-11-15 — Braised Lamb with Scallions. The lamb symbolizes good fortune and was historically considered a noble food. In the Song Dynasty, all 72 renowned restaurants in Bianjing (modern-day Kaifeng) used lamb as their main ingredient. Lamb is warm in nature and suitable for all ages. This dish uses tender, fatty rib meat that has been pre-cooked, sliced, and layered with golden-fried scallion segments and blanched magnolia petals on a steamer rack. Broth is added along with seasonings, then simmered over medium-high heat until the sauce thickens. The meat is then transferred to a plate, and the remaining sauce is finished with a thin cornstarch slurry and a touch of Sichuan peppercorn oil before being poured over the lamb. The result is a tender, fragrant, and richly flavored dish with a lingering taste.