Description
Indulge in the exquisite flavors of Herb-Crusted Slow-Cooked Lamb with Fresh Mint and Lemon Zest Gremolata, a dish that transforms simple ingredients into a culinary masterpiece. This tender lamb shoulder is infused with aromatic herbs and slow-cooked to perfection, resulting in a melt-in-your-mouth experience. The vibrant gremolata, made from fresh mint and zesty lemon, adds a bright contrast that elevates each bite. Ideal for gatherings or cozy family dinners, this recipe promises to impress with its rich flavors and stunning presentation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs lamb shoulder (bone-in or boneless)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion (sliced)
- 4 cloves garlic (smashed)
- 1 cup beef or vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
- 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves (finely chopped)
- 1/4 cup flat-leaf parsley (finely chopped)
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- Lemon zest (for gremolata)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C) if using a Dutch oven; set slow cooker on low.
- Heat olive oil in the Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Season lamb with salt, pepper, rosemary, and thyme. Sear all sides until golden brown.
- Remove lamb and add sliced onions and garlic to sauté until fragrant.
- Deglaze pot with broth, scraping up browned bits.
- Return lamb to the pot, cover with a lid, and cook for 4–5 hours in the oven or 6–8 hours in a slow cooker until tender.
- While cooking, mix finely chopped mint leaves, parsley, minced garlic, and lemon zest in a bowl for gremolata.
- Once cooked, let the lamb rest briefly before slicing and serve topped with gremolata.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 4–5 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz (113g)
- Calories: 292
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg