Linda McCartney’s Vegan Lamb Steaks
Pairing vegan lamb with a fresh mint sauce not only enhances its juicy texture but also invites a burst of herby freshness. Look in stores for Linda McCartney’s vegan lamb steaks (above), made from textured soy protein, onion and seasonings.
Before cooking, read up on food safety for people & pets (many human foods including fake meats and salt are unsafe around animal friends).
Recycle packaging at supermarket bag bins, if your kerbside does not recycle.
Other Good Brands of Vegan Lamb
MOCK Lamb Pieces are sold at Welsh vegan pub The Queen Inn. These mock lamb pieces cook from frozen in just 8 minutes, so are ideal for kebab shops and food service. They are also Halal-certified.
PLNT plant-based lamb strips are high in iron and protein, and include vitamin B12.
Enjoy Vegan Lamb Kebabs
Kebabs are England’s fourth favourite takeaway (after pizza, Chinese and Indian food). These tofu turmeric kebabs (So Vegan) combine the protein-rich bean curd with an Indian spice. Choose Tofoo! in stores (made in Yorkshire from organic soybeans).
My Dad’s ‘not mutton’ Mushroom Curry is a recipe adapted by from a goat meat recipe.
Lovely Lambs (are little Sheep!)
Like their sheep mothers, lambs are intelligent and peaceful creatures, who at farm sanctuaries are known to leap into the air with they see their family and friends, as they can’t contain their joy!
Report concerns of farm animals in the first instance (most will be thankful you did). If you can’t find them (or have no joy communicating regards concerns, call RSPCA (or Crimestoppers if you wish to remain anonymous).
Out walking, always follow the Countryside Code to keep dogs and livestock safe. Learn how to right an overturned sheep or it will die (hold upright until rain has drained off, to prevent it happening again).
It’s very simple. You just gently approach, and grab a handful of wool, and right up.
