G’day Aussie Home Plate readers! It’s officially back-to-school time, and with the fall season on its way around the country, our thoughts turn to that stodgy old friend in the back of the cupboard, the crock-pot. Throw a few things together in the morning, hit the switch, and come home to a meal that tastes like you’ve been slaving away all afternoon.
One of our favorite slow-cooker dishes is from our mate in Los Angeles, Chef Anthony Jacquet of the Whisper Lounge. Turns out even chefs like crock-pot cooking! His take on the Cuban classic “Ropa de Vieja” with Aussie lamb is simple to make, flavorful and colorful. For the Spanish speakers out there, the name does indeed mean “old clothes.” Legend has it, the originator of the dish couldn’t afford food for his family, but the prayer he said while cooking his shredded clothes was answered, miraculously rewarding him with tasty meat. We find Aussie lamb leg a far superior replacement for old clothes, and it requires no miracles.
Check out the video demonstration here. >>>