Smoky Mexican Lamb Stir Fry

Total Time: 25 mins Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 15 mins

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 12 ounces lamb tenderloin
• 4 slices bacon, diced
• 1 chipotle chile, drained (rehydrated in warm water if dried)
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon cumin, ground
• 1 teaspoon oregano, dried
• 2 garlic cloves, crushed
• 1 red bell pepper, cut into thin strips
• 1 small onion, cut in half and thinly sliced
• 3 cups lettuce, coarsely chopped

Recipe

• 1 slice lamb tenderloin in half lengthwise, and then cut crosswise thinly.
• 2 toss lamb, bacon and chipotle pieces together in small bowl; set aside.
• 3 combine oil, cumin, oregano and garlic in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
• 4 add bell pepper and onion; stir-fry 2 to 3 minutes or until crisp-tender.
• 5 remove and reserve.
• 6 stir-fry lamb, bacon and chipotle in same skillet 2 to 3 minutes or until lamb is just done (internal temp 155°f) and bacon is crisp.
• 7 return vegetables to the skillet and heat through.