Slow-Roast Persian Lamb With Pomegranate Salad

May 22, 2023May 22, 20230 1
Slow-Roast Persian Lamb With Pomegranate Salad
in Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

5 hrs

Ready In

5 hrs 10 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

4 tablespoons pomegranate molasses
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 lemon , juice of
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 garlic cloves , minced
1 onion , roughly chopped
1 lamb shoulder , weighing about 1 . 6kg , lightly scored
2 pomegranates , seeds only
handful flat leaf parsley
100 g watercress
1 small red onion , finely diced
1 tablespoon olive oil
flat bread , to serve

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
722
Sugar
12g
Fat
43g
This Slow-Roast Persian Lamb With Pomegranate Salad is a perfect meal for special occasions or a weekend treat. The succulent lamb is flavoured with a tangy pomegranate molasses marinade, cooked to perfection and served with a refreshing pomegranate salad. The dish is full of delicious aromas and textures, and it's perfect for sharing with family and friends. Not only is this dish tasty, but it's also packed with nutrients that are essential to maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 160C/140C fan/gas 3.
2.Mix together the pomegranate molasses, cumin, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic and onion.
3.Place the lamb shoulder in a roasting tin and rub the marinade all over the lamb, getting into all the nooks and crannies.
4.Cover the roasting tin with foil and place in the oven for 4 hours.
5.Remove the foil and cook for a further hour, until the lamb is tender and the skin is crispy.
6.To make the salad: mix together the pomegranate seeds, parsley, watercress, red onion and olive oil. Serve the lamb with the salad and flat bread, if desired.

PROS

This dish is full of flavour, with a perfect balance of sweet and savoury and a hint of spice.

Lamb is a good source of protein, essential vitamins and minerals like iron.

Pomegranate seeds are rich in antioxidants that can help protect the body from damage.

CONS

Lamb can be high in fat, so this dish should be enjoyed in moderation.

Cooking time is quite long so it may not be suitable for a quick meal.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish provides a healthy dose of protein and essential nutrients that support the body’s functions.
Lamb is rich in vitamin B12, which is important for healthy nerve and blood cells.
Pomegranate seeds are a good source of vitamin C, which is essential for a strong immune system.

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