Shoulder of Lamb With Yoghurt and Cardamom

May 22, 2023May 22, 20230 1
Lamb shoulder with yoghurt and cardamom
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

95 min

Ready In

115 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

4 lbs lamb shoulder , boned and rolled
4 garlic cloves , cut into slivers
4 tablespoons cardamom pods
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/4 teaspoon saffron strand
5 ounces Greek yogurt
2 tablespoons brown sugar

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4-6
Calories
828
Sugar
9g
Fat
71g
This savory lamb shoulder dish is inspired by flavors of the Middle East and North Africa. The combination of juicy, slow-cooked lamb, tangy yogurt, and fragrant cardamom creates a unique, well-balanced meal that is perfect for dinner parties or a dinner at home. Impress your guests with this delicious entrée that's sure to become a household favorite.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 475°F.
2.Using a small, sharp knife, make 24 small cuts in lamb, about 1 inch deep.
3.Stuff garlic slivers into incisions.
4.Crush cardamom pods, discard husks, and grind seeds to fine powder.
5.Mix together cardamom, oil, lemon juice, zest, and saffron in small bowl.
6.Rub mixture all over lamb, place in roasting pan, and roast 20 minutes.
7.Reduce oven temperature to 350°F and roast until lamb is brown on outside and meat is pink and juicy, about 1 hour 15 minutes longer.
8.Transfer lamb to platter, cover with foil, and let rest 10 minutes.
9.Mix together yogurt and brown sugar in small bowl. Serve alongside lamb.

PROS

This recipe results in a flavorful and tender lamb shoulder dish that is perfect for a hearty meal.

The combination of cardamom, lemon, garlic and saffron creates a unique flavor profile that is sure to be a hit for all your guests.

CONS

The dish takes a long time to cook and requires a significant amount of time in the oven.

Additionally, lamb shoulder can be expensive and it might not be suitable for those on a budget or those who don’t like lamb.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While lamb can be high in saturated fat, it also contains vitamins and minerals such as vitamin B12, zinc and iron that are important for overall health.
The addition of yogurt in this recipe is a great source of protein and calcium.
Cardamom has also been shown to have anti-inflammatory properties and aid in digestion.

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