1 large carrot, cut into matchsticks
small bunch fresh coriander, leaves picked
4 garlic cloves, very finely sliced
15g/陆oz fresh root ginger, peeled and very finely sliced
small bunch fresh mint, leaves picked
4 spring onions, halved lengthways and finely shredded
1 tbsp Sichuan peppercorns
1 tsp caster sugar
1 tsp chilli powder
1 tbsp ground cumin
1 tbsp Chinese five-spice powder
1 tbsp honey or light brown soft sugar
1 tbsp rice vinegar
2 tbsp mirin or rice wine
1 tsp salt
陆 tsp salt
2 tbsp dark soy sauce
1 tbsp light brown soft sugar or honey
1 tbsp vegetable oil
1kg/2lb 4oz lamb shoulder, on the bone
12 small or 8 medium fresh bao buns