Riso in cavroman

Rice with Lamb and Tomatoes

Preparation info
  • Serves

    4 to 6

    • Difficulty

      Medium

Appears in
Italian Slow and Savory

By Joyce Goldstein

Published 2004

  • About

In the old days, this rice dish from the Veneto was prepared with cavroman, also called castra, salted and cured mutton from Dalmatia that is almost impossible to find in Italy today. A Levantine touch is revealed in the use of sweet spices, which cut the gaminess of the lamb. This is a rather filling dish, not a light starter course, so plan your menu accordingly.