Lamb is an underrated meat in Chinese cuisine - at least in the UK. Most Chinese restaurants here default to chicken, pork, and prawns. But in Northern China, lamb is king.
At The Greedy Sheep, lamb is the heart of our menu. Here's why.
Lamb and Northern Chinese cuisine
In Xi'an, Lanzhou, and across northwest China, lamb has been the primary protein for centuries. The Hui Muslim communities who created much of this cuisine relied on lamb because it's halal, flavourful, and pairs brilliantly with the bold spices of the region.
Cumin, chilli, Sichuan pepper, star anise - these are the flavours of the Silk Road, and they were designed to complement lamb.
Our best lamb dishes
Lamb Noodle Soup The foundation of everything we do. Hand-pulled noodles in a slow-cooked lamb broth, topped with tender braised lamb, fresh coriander, and chilli oil. This is the dish that Xi'an is famous for.
Lamb Rou Jia Mo Slow-braised lamb packed into a crispy, flaky flatbread. It's been called [the world's oldest burger](/blog/what-is-rou-jia-mo), and after 2,000 years, the recipe hasn't changed because it doesn't need to.
Cumin Lamb Stir-Fry Tender lamb wok-tossed with cumin seeds, dried chillies, onions, and peppers. Smoky, aromatic, and unmistakably Xi'an.
Lamb Fried Rice Fragrant fried rice loaded with tender lamb, vegetables, and cumin seasoning. A hearty, satisfying main.
Why lamb matters for halal dining
Lamb is naturally halal-friendly. When sourced from certified suppliers and prepared in a halal kitchen, it's the perfect protein for Muslim diners who want authentic Chinese food without compromise.
That's exactly what we offer at The Greedy Sheep. Every lamb dish on our menu is prepared in our 100% halal kitchen with certified halal meat.
Try it yourself
The Greedy Sheep, 8 Little Newport Street, Chinatown, London WC2H 7JJ. Open 12pm-10pm daily. Walk-ins welcome.
Come hungry. Leave greedy.
