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Rosemary Lamb Shoulder

Savory Rosemary Lamb Shoulder That Melts in Your Mouth

Experience the tender, melt-in-your-mouth goodness of this Rosemary Lamb Shoulder, perfect for a special gathering.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Resting Time 20 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1 whole Lamb Shoulder
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil
  • 4 cloves Garlic finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Rosemary finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper
For the Base
  • 2 large Onions chopped
  • 2 cups Lamb Stock
  • 2 tbsp Lemon Juice
  • 1 tbsp Honey optional

Equipment

  • roasting pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Slow-Roasted Rosemary Lamb Shoulder
  1. Preheat your oven to 160°C (320°F).
  2. Let the lamb shoulder sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes.
  3. Combine garlic, rosemary, olive oil, salt, pepper, lemon juice, and honey to make the marinade.
  4. Rub the marinade all over the lamb shoulder and let it absorb flavors.
  5. Chop onions and place in the bottom of the roasting pan, then pour over the lamb stock.
  6. Place the lamb in the roasting pan and cover with a lid or foil. Roast for about 4 hours.
  7. Increase the oven temperature to 180°C (356°F) and roast uncovered for an additional 20-25 minutes.
  8. Remove the lamb, rest for 15-20 minutes, then slice and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 650mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 15mg

Notes

For enhanced flavor, season the lamb a day before. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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