Description
A delicious and hearty dish featuring lamb shoulder braised in rich bone marrow, perfect for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds lamb shoulder, cut into large chunks
- 4 ounces bone marrow (about 2–3 bones)
- 1 large onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 cup red wine
- 2 cups beef broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 bay leaf
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
- In a large Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the lamb shoulder pieces and sear them on all sides until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the lamb and set aside.
- In the same pot, add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Pour in the red wine, scraping the bottom of the pot to deglaze it. Let it simmer for about 3-4 minutes until slightly reduced.
- Return the lamb to the pot and add the beef broth, thyme, salt, pepper, and bay leaf. Stir to combine.
- Nestle the bone marrow into the pot among the lamb pieces.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then cover the pot with a lid and transfer it to the preheated oven.
- Braise for 2.5 to 3 hours, or until the lamb is tender and easily pulls apart with a fork.
- Remove the pot from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, consider adding a tablespoon of tomato paste to the braising liquid.
- If you prefer a thicker sauce, remove the lamb once cooked, and simmer the liquid on the stovetop until it reduces to your desired consistency.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 2.5 to 3 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: varies
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: varies
- Unsaturated Fat: varies
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: varies
Keywords: Lamb Shoulder Braised in Bone Marrow, Braised Lamb, Comfort Food